Buttermilk Fried Chicken

2h
Serves 7
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Directions

  1. 1In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, MSG, oregano, and ground mustard until fully combined. Set aside.
  2. 2In another bowl, add some of the reserved flour seasoning, buttermilk, eggs, mustard, cayenne pepper, and hot sauce. Whisk until well combined.
  3. 3Add the chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture and let marinate for at least 10 hours or overnight.
  4. 4Dredge the marinated chicken in the reserved flour mixture, ensuring the flour sticks well to the chicken. Let the chicken chill for about 20 minutes.
  5. 5Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (177°C).
  6. 6Fry the chicken for 12-13 minutes, until golden brown and crispy.
  7. 7Plate the fried chicken and dress it up with honey and hot sauce or any other desired toppings.

Ingredients

  • 3.5 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1.5 tbsp onion powder
  • 1.5 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 2 tsp coarse black pepper
  • 1.083 tbsp coarse salt
  • 1 tbsp MSG
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1.5 tsp ground mustard
  • 4.5 lbs chicken
  • 4 cups buttermilk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1.5 tbsp mustard
  • 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce
  • 0 vegetable oil

Equipment

bowlswhiskbaking sheetlarge pan or wok