How to make CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN WITHOUT Buttermilk

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining tanginess.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier but can be more expensive.

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken reduces fat content.

Welcome viewers and introduce the recipe for crispy fried chicken without buttermilk.

Use chicken drumsticks, but mention that wings or thighs can also be used.

Add garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, creole seasoning, lemon pepper seasoning, celery salt, and ground black pepper to the chicken.

Rub the seasonings all over the chicken to ensure they are well combined.

Crack 2 large eggs into a bowl and mix them in, allowing the daughter to help with cracking the eggs.

Add Obey hot sauce to the egg mixture for flavor, or use any preferred hot sauce.

Mix the chicken with the egg and hot sauce mixture, then cover with saran wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Poke the chicken to help the seasoning penetrate better before refrigerating.

Prepare the breading by using self-rising flour and adding cornstarch for extra crispiness.

Remove the chicken from the fridge and let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes to avoid frying it cold.

Dredge the chicken in the seasoned self-rising flour, shake off excess, then dip it back into the egg wash.

Coat the chicken in the flour again for a double coating before frying.

Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) for frying, ensuring it is hot enough for crispy skin.

Carefully add the chicken to the hot oil and fry for about 10 minutes, ensuring it is cooked through.

Check for doneness to avoid undercooking and ensure safety.

Once done, remove the chicken and show the crispy result.

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