Combo Fried Basket Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken
French Fries
Onion Rings
Method
Fried Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In another bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. This will be your coating mixture.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat and Fry the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring an even coat. Fry in hot oil for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
French Fries
- 5
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel and cut the russet potatoes into evenly sized sticks. Soak in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
- 6
Onion Rings
- 7
Prepare the Onions
Slice the onions into 1/2-inch thick rings and separate them.
- 8
Make the Batter
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cold water until smooth.
- 9
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 10
Coat and Fry the Onion Rings
Dip each onion ring into the batter, allowing excess to drip off. Fry in hot oil for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.