Southern Fried Chicken (Look out KFC!)
Try this Southern Fried Chicken recipe.
Try this Southern Fried Chicken recipe.
- Carbohydrate 55.1891250591066 g
- Cholesterol 7.35 mg
- Fat 2.22325000077248 g
- Fiber 1.68750003195252 g
- Protein 12.2633750078761 g
- Saturated Fat 1.10320000012264 g
- Serving Size 1 1 -6 Units US (473g)
- Sodium 986.68750101139 mg
- Sugar 53.5016250271541 g
- Trans Fat 0.282687500254838 g
- Calories 295 calories
Step-by-step
- Heat peanut oil in a large deep pot to 350 degrees F (do not fill more than half full).
- For sauce mixture: in a medium-sized bowl, beat the eggs with the water. Add hot sauce and whisk together well. Pour this mixture into a large plastic zip-top bag.
- For seasoning mixture: In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
- For dredging mixture: In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Rinse and pat dry chicken pieces with a paper towel. Cut breast pieces in half across ribs.
- Sprinkle chicken generously on both sides with seasoning blend.
- Drop a few chicken pieces into the bag of sauce mixture and squish around to coat thoroughly.
- One piece at a time, roll chicken in flour mixture and drop into hot oil. Don't crowd chicken pieces.
- Fry chicken until brown and crisp.
- Drain on paper toweling.
- Dark meat will take about 14 minutes, white meat about 10 minutes. Smaller pieces cook faster than larger ones.
- Check for doneness by piercing to the bone in the thickest part with a fork. If the juices run clear, it is done.
My Southern Fried Chicken Adventure: A Culinary Journey
Crispy, juicy, and oh-so-delicious – that's the only way to describe a perfectly fried piece of chicken. For years, I've been on a quest to recreate that iconic Southern fried chicken taste, the kind that makes you close your eyes and savor every single bite. My journey started, as many culinary adventures do, in my own kitchen, fueled by a desire to share a simple comfort food with loved ones and maybe, just maybe, outdo the Colonel himself.
I've always been a bit of a kitchen experimenter. I love trying new recipes, tweaking old favorites, and discovering new flavor combinations. My friends and family often become unwitting taste-testers, and their feedback is invaluable. But when it came to fried chicken, the pressure was on! Everyone has their own cherished fried chicken recipe, passed down through generations, each claiming to be the ultimate version. So, I set out to create my own rendition, one that captured the essence of Southern comfort food while putting my own spin on it.
The search for the perfect recipe led me down a path of countless trials and errors. I experimented with different flour blends, breading techniques, and frying temperatures. I tweaked seasonings, adding a pinch of this and a dash of that, until I finally achieved that perfect balance of crispy exterior and succulent, juicy interior. The secret, I discovered, lies not just in the recipe itself but in the attention to detail, from properly preparing the chicken to monitoring the oil temperature. It's a labor of love, no doubt, but the results are truly worth the effort.
Beyond the recipe itself, I’ve come to appreciate the ritual of making fried chicken. It’s a process that brings me back to my childhood memories of family gatherings and Sunday dinners. The rhythmic sounds of sizzling chicken in the hot oil, the aroma that fills the kitchen, and the anticipation of sharing a delicious meal with loved ones – these are the elements that make fried chicken more than just a dish; it’s an experience. And it's an experience I’m happy to share with anyone who wants to join in on the fun.
The journey of creating this fried chicken wasn't just about finding a perfect recipe. It was about connecting with my heritage, experimenting in the kitchen, and ultimately, sharing a delicious meal with people I care about. It's a journey I’m happy to continue, always striving for that perfect bite, that perfect crisp, that perfect moment of culinary satisfaction. And who knows, maybe one day I will actually outdo the Colonel, but until then, the journey continues, one deliciously fried piece of chicken at a time.
So, here’s to the art of fried chicken, to the crispy crunch, the juicy interior, and the memories made around a table filled with loved ones. It's more than just a meal; it's a celebration of flavor, tradition, and the simple joys of cooking and sharing.
