San Lee’s Fried Chicken

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk with vinegar

Both alternatives can provide acidity for tenderizing.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornmeal is often less expensive.

Marinate chicken pieces in buttermilk for several hours or overnight.

In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Remove chicken from buttermilk and let excess drip off.

Dredge chicken pieces in the flour mixture until well coated.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.

Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 12-15 minutes per side.

Drain on paper towels before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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