Description
Crispy Fried Chicken envelops tender meat in a golden-brown, shattering crust, delivering a flavor and texture experience that resonates with comfort and celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kg Chicken (any part)
- 2 cups Buttermilk
- 1.5 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1.5 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp White Pepper
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Cornflour
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- Cold Water (as needed)
- Oil (for deep frying)
Instructions
- Prep the chicken by washing and drying thoroughly.
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk, salt, and spices, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Make the flour mixture by whisking together all-purpose flour, cornflour, and baking powder.
- Coat the chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring a thorough covering.
- Enhance the texture with a spritz of cold water for extra crunch.
- Heat the oil in a deep fryer to 170°C to 175°C (340°F to 350°F).
- Fry the chicken in small batches for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Rest the chicken on a cooling rack to maintain crunch.
Notes
Marinating the chicken overnight enhances flavor. Avoid overcrowding the fryer for the best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg