INGREDIENTS
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For the spice mix
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• 1/2 teaspoon salt
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•1 tablespoon celery salt
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•2 teaspoons garlic powder
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• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
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• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
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• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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• 1/2 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper
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•1 tablespoon mustard powder
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•2 tablespoons paprika (not smoked)
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•1 teaspoon ground ginger
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•1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or ground pure chili (optional)
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For the fried chicken
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•1 1/2 pounds of chicken tenders (10 to 12 pieces)
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•1 cup buttermilk, or substitute 1/3 cup plain yogurt plus 2/3 cup milk
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•1 cup flour
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•1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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• 1/4 cup cornmeal
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•2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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•1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
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•Oil spray