Description
Crispy buttermilk fried chicken with a golden crunchy coating and juicy interior. A classic comfort food that is flavorful and easy to make at home.
Ingredients
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- 1 kg chicken pieces
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and baking powder in a bowl.
- Remove chicken from marinade and coat thoroughly in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil to 175°C in a deep skillet.
- Fry chicken in batches for 12 to 15 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Transfer to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the pan while frying.
- Maintain steady oil temperature for best results.
- Double coat for extra crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg