The Name-Brand Snack That Gives Fried Chicken An Outrageously Crispy Crust - Tasting Table
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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.
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.
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