Ever tried Mexican Fried Chicken? When you try this recipe, you will never see chicken the same way again!
Mexican Fried Chicken
| Prep Time | 15 mins |
| Cooking Time | 30 mins |
| Total Time | 45 mins |
| Yield Size | 3-4 servings |
WHAT YOU'LL NEED:
| Ingredients | QTY | UOM |
| Oil (for deep frying) | ||
| Lemon Pepper | 1 | tsp |
| Cumin | 1 | tsp |
| Garlic Powder | 1/2 | tsp |
| Onion Powder | 1/2 | tsp |
| Oregano | 1/2 | tsp |
| Coriander | 1 | tsp |
| Chicken Powder | 1 | tsp |
| Paprika | 1 | tsp |
| Sugar | 1/2 | tsp |
| Black Pepper | 1/2 | tsp |
| Chicken Leg/Thigh | 8 | pcs |
| All Purpose Flour (as needed) | ||
| Cornstarch | 1 | tbsp |
| Eggs | 2 | pcs |
STEPS:
- Pre-heat the deep fryer for 5-15 minutes or until it reaches 350oF.
- In a mixing bowl, combine: Lemon Pepper, Cumin, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Oregano, Coriander, Chicken Powder, Paprika, Sugar, and Black Pepper.
- Rub the mixed spices on the chicken, and let it marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch.
- Coat the chicken in the flour mixture and beaten egg, then coat again with the flour mixture.
- Deep fry for 8-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
