Tampa Hot Recipe
Hot chicken, golden jewels blend, kale slaw, corn salad, pickles, avocado, pickled onions, cheddar cheese, pimento sauce, spicy honey
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Ingredients
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Hot Chicken
Golden Jewels Blend
Kale Slaw
Corn Salad
Pickles and Toppings
Pimento Sauce and Spicy Honey
Method
Hot Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In another bowl, mix together flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring even coating. Fry chicken in batches for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Golden Jewels Blend Preparation
- 4
Mix the Golden Jewels Blend
In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped pimentos, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until well combined and smooth.
Kale Slaw Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Slaw
In a large bowl, combine chopped kale, grated carrot, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well mixed and the kale is slightly wilted.
Corn Salad Preparation
- 6
Mix the Corn Salad
In a bowl, combine corn kernels, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Mix until well combined.
Assembly and Serving
- 7
Assemble the Dish
On a serving platter, layer the fried chicken, followed by the Golden Jewels blend. Top with kale slaw, corn salad, sliced pickles, avocado slices, and pickled onions. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- 8
Prepare the Pimento Sauce and Spicy Honey
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, hot sauce, and honey until smooth. Drizzle over the assembled dish.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately, drizzling extra spicy honey on top if desired.
