When is National Fried Chicken Day?
Thursday July 6thChicken lovers around the country celebrate National Fried Chicken Day by dining at a nearby restaurant, home, or an outdoor picnic.
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Scottish immigrants brought their tradition of deep-frying chicken in fat to the southern United States. Fried chicken was quickly becoming a staple in the American South following its introduction to the South. Over time, cooks introduced seasonings and spices to enhance the chicken's flavor.
Fried chicken is a dish made from chicken pieces that have been floured or battered and served with pan-fried, deep-fried, or pressure-fried chicken. The breading adds a crisp coating to the chicken's exterior. To some, knowing how to get a crisp on the chicken may be elusive. However, some of the best cooks will show you how to achieve the crispest fried chicken by seasoning well and early in the process, adding starch to your flour, and frying your chicken at the right temperature. The oil should be 300°F. To allow the juices to be absorbed back into the meat, let the chicken rest before serving. When we allow the chicken to rest, it will be more tender than beef and pork.
Traditionally, the chicken is fried in lard. Corn oil, peanut oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil are also commonly used.
