The Ultimate Crispy Fried Chicken
INGREDIENTS
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1 1/4 cups kosher salt or 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons table salt
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons paprika
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3 medium heads garlic, cloves separated
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3 bay leaves, crumbled
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2 quarts buttermilk (low fat)
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1 whole chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), giblets discarded, cut into 12 pieces (see illustrations below)
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4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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3–4 cups refined peanut oil or vegetable shortening
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