Succulent Dry Fried Gizzards Recipe Guide

gizzards

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken thighs are more affordable and still provide a rich flavor.

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds creaminess.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: ketchup

Sriracha offers a similar heat with fewer calories.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

Rinse gizzards under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.

Soak gizzards in buttermilk mixed with hot sauce for at least 1 hour.

Combine flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.

Remove gizzards from the buttermilk and let excess drip off.

Dredge gizzards in the flour mixture until fully coated.

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

Carefully add gizzards to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

Fry gizzards until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.

Remove gizzards from oil and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce.

Cooking Techniques

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