SAEDNEWS: Fried chicken is one of the most popular fast foods among people and has a simple preparation method. You just need to follow a few tips while cooking to have a delicious fried chicken.
According to Saednews, Fried chicken is a highly popular and delicious dish enjoyed by both children and adults. It is considered an international fast food and can be prepared in various ways. To make homemade fried chicken, crispy Kentucky-style chicken, fluffy fried chicken, KFC-style chicken, and similar dishes, it is important to follow the tips below.
To improve the flavor of fried chicken, first remove any unpleasant odor. After washing the chicken pieces, marinate them in chopped onions, lemon juice, and spices. Let them rest in the refrigerator for about 5 hours.
It is better to partially cook (parboil) the drumstick pieces first and then fry them. This ensures they are fully cooked. While parboiling, you can also add onion, salt, pepper, turmeric, and your preferred spices.
First coat the chicken pieces in flour, then dip them in a bowl of ice water. Repeat this process: flour → ice water → flour → ice water → flour → beaten egg → breadcrumbs. This helps create a crispier coating.
The spices added to the flour and egg mixture are optional. You can use garlic powder, paprika, special fried chicken seasoning, or any spices you prefer.
The better the quality of your breadcrumbs, the better the final texture and taste of the fried chicken will be.
You can also use toast bread. Let it dry completely, then grind it into powder and use it as breadcrumbs.
Take all ingredients out of the refrigerator about one hour before cooking so they reach room temperature. This helps with even cooking.
After frying the chicken in a pan, place it on a clean paper towel to absorb excess oil. Then transfer it to a serving dish.
At the beginning of frying, keep the heat high for about 3 minutes, then gradually reduce the heat to ensure proper cooking.
You can also prepare fried chicken without oil using an air fryer. After marinating, place the chicken in the air fryer and cook at 190°C for about 20 minutes until fully cooked.
