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splendid tables hard-fried chicken

Recipe by
Stacy Goodall

The Splendid Table radio program featured the authors of a book called Fried and True. The authors wrote about their journey through the US looking for the best fried chicken. This is one recipe they posted by chefs Kermit Ruffins and Ray Boom Boom.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Deep Fry

Ingredients For splendid tables hard-fried chicken

  • 3 1/2 c
    cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 c
    cups all-purpose seasoning, such as morton's season all
  • 2 Tbsp
    baking powder
  • 1 Tbsp
    freshly ground black pepper
  • vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1
    chicken, washed, patted dry, cut into 8 pieces, and well chilled
  • sea salt

How To Make splendid tables hard-fried chicken

  • 1
    Make the dredge: In a large bowl, combine the flour, seasoning, baking powder, and pepper.
  • 2
    Fry the chicken: Prepare a deep-fryer or fill a large (at least 6-quart) pot halfway with oil and heat to 355°F to 360°F. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, shake off the excess, and fry until the chicken is dark brown and the crust is brittle, 16 to 18 minutes. Drain on paper towels and season with salt to taste.

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