21 July, 2022
Fried Chicken Buttermilk Brine
Fried Chicken Buttermilk Brine
Ingredients
For the Spice Mix:
- 1/2 tablespoons paprika
- 1/2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
For the Buttermilk Brine:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- Kosher salt
Instructions
- Combine the paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano, and cayenne in a small bowl and mix thoroughly with a fork.
- Whisk the buttermilk, egg, 1 tablespoon salt, and the spice mixture in a large bowl.
- Add the chicken pieces and toss and turn to coat.
- Transfer the contents of the bowl to a gallon-sized zipper-lock freezer bag and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, and up to overnight, flipping the bag occasionally to redistribute the contents and coat the chicken evenly.
Category
Poultry
Seasoning, Rub