Southerner Makes Fried Chicken for the First Time | Cooking with Brontez

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt maintains tanginess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: canola oil

💰Cheaper: peanut oil

Canola oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds flavor without extra cost.

Butcher chickens into fry-able sizes.

Place chicken into pickle brine in an airtight container and refrigerate overnight.

Combine flour and seasoning mixture, place dry goods into brown paper bag.

Add chicken to seasoning bag mixture and shake to coat the chicken pieces.

Heat canola oil to at least 325 Degrees in deep pans.

Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes per side.

Remove chicken when golden brown.

Place on a rack lined pan with paper towels underneath to absorb grease.

Slice up pickles and lemon for garnish.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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