Cooking Exceptionally With Gin Lee

  Crispy Battered Deep-Fried Chicken Your Family Will Flock To The first bite gives you a crackly, golden crust, followed by juicy chicken packed with flavor. This crispy battered deep-fried chicken makes a welcome family dinner or a crowd-pleasing weekend meal. A buttermilk soak seasons the chicken and helps the light, crisp batter cling. Keep the oil near 350°F (177°C), fry in batches, and check every piece with a food thermometer. This recipe serves four to six, uses bone-in or boneless chicken, and lets you adjust the spice to suit your table. Why Crispy Battered Deep-Fried Chicken Earns a Place at the Table Seasoned chicken, a crisp coating, and a hot-from-the-fryer finish make this meal feel special without a long list of steps. A short soak and a quick batter are all you need before frying. Since pieces vary in size and thickness, use temperature not time or color alone to check for doneness. A crisp coating with juicy chicken underneath Buttermilk adds tang and helps the ba...

Mastering the Art of Double Dipped Fried Chicken: A Step-by-Step Guide to Crispy Perfection If you've ever bitten into a piece of fried chicken that’s irresistibly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, you know there's an art to achieving that perfect crunch. One secret technique that elevates fried chicken from good to extraordinary is double dipping. This method ensures an extra layer of crunch and flavor, making your homemade fried chicken stand out. Ready to master it? Let’s dive into this step-by-step guide to crispy perfection. Table of Contents Why Double Dipping Makes a Difference Gathering Your Ingredients and Equipment Preparing the Chicken The Double Dipping Process Frying to Crispy Perfection Tips for Success and Common Pitfalls Conclusion Why Double Dipping Makes a Difference Double dipping creates a thicker, more durable coating that adheres better during frying, resulting in a crunchier texture. It also allows for a more flavorful crust, as you can incor...

Double dipped fried chicken So, every now and again, you might want to splurge and have some southern fried buttermilk chicken, as I did today. I admit deep frying food is one thing that I normally don't do, but every year, around this time, I get a hankering for a piece of fried chicken. Perhaps it's because of the changing weather. Who knows? To make this recipe a little healthier, you may use skinless chicken. You can also bake the chicken after coating it and skip frying it altogether. The latter option is the healthiest choice.  You'll need a cup of buttermilk for my recipe. To make homemade buttermilk, simply mix one cup of milk with one tablespoon of lemon juice together; stir well. Allow the milk to sit for five to ten minutes. The lemon juice will curdle the milk and then you'll have homemade buttermilk. Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, cut up, or about 10-12 pieces of chicken your preferred pieces (I used chicken breast) 2 cups of all-purpose flour 1 cup of butte...