When frying chicken at home I love to fry with coconut oil. I must say that this fried chicken was not oily at all. It tasted as if I had baked it and not fried it. But what’s even more amazing is the sense of accomplishment and satisfaction that comes with making your own delicious fried chicken at home.
It’s a reminder that with a little bit of effort, you can create something truly special and delicious. It’s a testament to the power of hard work and dedication. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a beginner in the kitchen, don’t be afraid to take a chance and try something new. Who knows, you might just surprise yourself with what you’re capable of. So go ahead, grab some chicken and some coconut oil, and let’s get frying!
Prep Time: 15minutes mins
Cook Time: 20minutes mins
Total Time: 35minutes mins
Course: Meats
Cuisine: Caribbean
Servings: 5
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken parts seasoned and marinated
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- 1/2 onion chopped
- 4 leaves chadon beni chopped
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1 egg beaten
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp parsley
- 1/2 tsp marjoram
- 1/2 tsp basil
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt to taste 1/4 tsp.
- Oil for frying coconut oil
Instructions
- Parboil the chicken for 15 minutes in a about 2 cups of water seasoned with the chopped onion, garlic, a little salt to taste and chadon beni.
- Drain and dip in the flour seasoned with the marjoram, basil, paprika, oregano and parsley. Then dip each piece in the egg wash. Dip in the flour again and set aside for 10 minutes.
- Fry over a low to medium flame until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain on paper towels for about 3 minutes then move to a serving dish. Sprinkle a little salt before serving.
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Fried Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken parts seasoned and marinated
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- 1/2 onion chopped
- 4 leaves chadon beni chopped
- 3/4 cup flour
- 1 egg beaten
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp parsley
- 1/2 tsp marjoram
- 1/2 tsp basil
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt to taste 1/4 tsp.
- Oil for frying coconut oil
Instructions
- Parboil the chicken for 15 minutes in a about 2 cups of water seasoned with the chopped onion, garlic, a little salt to taste and chadon beni.
- Drain and dip in the flour seasoned with the marjoram, basil, paprika, oregano and parsley. Then dip each piece in the egg wash. Dip in the flour again and set aside for 10 minutes.
- Fry over a low to medium flame until golden brown on both sides.
- Drain on paper towels for about 3 minutes then move to a serving dish. Sprinkle a little salt before serving.
