"A large part of fried chicken's allure is the contrast between a juicy and tender interior and shatteringly crispy skin. Using saltine crackers for the crust enhances this experience."
"Saltine crackers contain baking soda, which allows for extra crispness. They turn a beautiful golden brown in the fryer, offering a comforting, crunchy texture."
"Converting saltine crackers to breadcrumbs is easy: place them in a bag and beat with a rolling pin or use a food processor with seasonings."
"For varied texture, try a mixture of saltines and breadcrumbs, or even saltines and potato chips in your fried chicken recipes."
The article suggests using saltine crackers instead of traditional breadcrumbs for frying chicken to achieve a crispier and more textured crust. Saltines are readily available, salty, and contain baking soda for extra crunchiness. They can be crushed easily by rolling or using a food processor, offering a delightful contrast to the juicy chicken. The piece also emphasizes the effectiveness of buttermilk in fried chicken recipes, further enhancing flavor and tenderness while utilizing the saltine crust method.
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