Hot Honey Fried Chicken Drumsticks
@thegoldenbalance shares his recipe for extra crispy fried chicken drumsticks, featuring a unique double-battering technique and a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze.
@thegoldenbalance shares his recipe for extra crispy fried chicken drumsticks, featuring a unique double-battering technique and a sweet and spicy hot honey glaze.
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In a large bowl, season the chicken drumsticks with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, chipotle chili powder, and garlic powder.
Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of flour over the seasoned chicken and toss to create a dry coating. This helps the batter adhere later. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, combine the remaining 2 cups of all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and another round of the same seasonings (salt, pepper, paprika, chipotle powder, garlic powder). Mix well.
Transfer about one-third of this dry mixture to a third bowl to create the wet batter.
To the smaller portion of flour, add the eggs and cold sparkling water. Whisk until it forms a smooth, loose, pancake-like batter.
Take a chicken drumstick and dip it into the wet batter, then into the dry flour mixture, pressing to coat. Dip it back into the wet batter, and finally, one last time into the dry mixture, ensuring a thick, even coating.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully fry the chicken in batches for 10-14 minutes, until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pot.
Remove the cooked chicken from the oil and let it drain on a wire rack.
For the glaze, melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Grate fresh garlic into the butter and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Stir in the soy sauce, chili crunch, sesame oil, rice vinegar, and hot honey. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
While the chicken is still hot, toss it in the glaze or use a brush to coat it thoroughly.
Serve immediately and enjoy.
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