chicken-fry-recipe

 Here’s a simple recipe for crispy chicken fry:

 Ingredients:

- 500g chicken pieces (bone-in or boneless)

- 1 cup buttermilk (or plain yogurt)

- 1 cup all-purpose flour

- 1 tsp paprika (optional)

- 1 tsp garlic powder

- 1 tsp onion powder

- 1 tsp salt

- 1/2 tsp black pepper

- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)

- Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. **Marinate the Chicken**:

   - In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces with buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).

2. **Prepare the Coating**:

   - In another bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

3. **Coat the Chicken**:

   - Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and allow the excess to drip off.

   - Dredge each piece in the flour mixture until fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.

4. **Heat the Oil**:

   - In a deep pan or skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat (about 350°F or 175°C). You want enough oil to submerge the chicken halfway.

5. **Fry the Chicken**:

   - Carefully place the coated chicken pieces in the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.

   - Cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).

6. **Drain and Serve**:

   - Remove the chicken and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

   - Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or sides!

Enjoy your homemade chicken fry!