Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Southern Fried Chicken


Prep time : --- 1 hour ---Cook time ; about 20 minutes per batch---Makes 6 servings
1 ------------------broiler-fryer ( 3 to 3 -1/2 pounds)cut up for frying
2 ------------------cups buttermilk
2 ------------------cups unsifted all-purpose flour
1 -1/2 ------------teaspoons baking powder
3 ------------------tablespoons paprika
1-------------------teaspoon salt
1/2 ----------------teaspoon black pepper
3/4 ----------------cup milk
2 -------------------eggs
2 -------------------tablespoons vegetable oil
Vegetable oil for deep-fat frying
1) Place chicken and buttermilk in a large self sealing plastic beg and refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight .
2) In a small bowl , combine 1 -1/2 cups of the flour , baking powder , paprika , 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and 1/4 teaspoon of the pepper , set aside .
3) In a large bowl , beat milk , eggs and 2 tablesoops of oil . Dradually add flour mixture , whisking just until smooth . Do not overbeat . Let mixture stand at room temperature for 1 hour .
4 Meanwhile , drain chicken and pat dry . Transfer to a rack and air dry for about 20 minutes .
5) Spoon the remaining 1/2 cup flour , 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper into a brown paper bag . Shake chicken , a few pieces at a time in the bag . Return to rack .
6) In a deep-fat fryer or heavy skillet , heat at least 2 inches of oil to 365*F.
7) Dip chicken into batter and turn to coat evenly . Fry a few pieces at a time , turning several time , until golden brown --- 18 to 20 minutes . Drain on paper toweling and keep warm .

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