Maloti Mountain Fried Chicken
Maloti Mountain Fried Chicken is a traditional dish from Lesotho, known for its flavorful and crispy coating. This recipe combines local ingredients with a unique cooking method to create a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dredge the marinated chicken thighs in the flour mixture, making sure to coat them evenly.
- Carefully place the coated chicken thighs in the hot oil and fry for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the Maloti Mountain Fried Chicken hot and crispy.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large skillet Bowls for marinating and coating Tongs Paper towels
Tools
Stove Frying thermometer (optional)
Serving suggestions
Serve the Maloti Mountain Fried Chicken with a side of coleslaw and mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For extra crispy chicken, double coat the chicken thighs in the flour mixture before frying.
Cost
$10