How To Make Crispy, Juicy Fried Chicken (That's Better than KFC)
INGREDIENTS
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8 pieces
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bone-in chicken (about 4 pounds total), preferably 4 drumsticks and 4 thighs
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2 tablespoons
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kosher salt, divided
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3 tablespoons
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smoked paprika
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2 tablespoons
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ground white pepper
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1 tablespoon
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garlic powder
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1 tablespoon
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ground ginger
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1 tablespoon
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celery salt
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1 tablespoon
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freshly ground black pepper
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1 tablespoon
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ground mustard
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2 teaspoons
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dried thyme
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2 teaspoons
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dried basil
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1 teaspoon
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dried oregano
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2 cups
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all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons
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cornstarch
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1 cup
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buttermilk
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2
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large egg whites
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2 tablespoons
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vodka or other neutral spirit
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2 quarts
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peanut or vegetable oil
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Equipment
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Measuring cups and spoons
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Large and medium bowl
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2
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wire cooling racks
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2
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baking sheets
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Tongs, preferably long
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Whisk
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Candy or deep-fry thermometer
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Probe thermometer
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Paper towels
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Large Dutch oven
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