Spicy Popcorn Chicken

Step 2: Dredge the chicken

Dredge & oil

  • Flour
    50 g
  • Cornstarch
    25 g
  • Black Pepper
    a sprinkle
  • Chili Powder
    a sprinkle
  • Garlic Powder
    a sprinkle
  • Fresh oregano
    a sprinkle
  • Neutral oil
    for frying

Spice mixture

  • Neutral oil
    14 g
  • Hot Sauce
    10 g
  • Butter
    7 g
  • Cayenne Pepper
    a sprinkle
  • Salt

Meanwhile, set a wok or dutch oven over medium heat and add enough oil to the chicken pieces, probably about 2 inches deep.

While the oil is heating, combine the flour, cornstarch, and spices in a bowl. Pour a little bit of the milk mixture into the dredge and mix it in. This will create clumps that stick to the chicken, making it crispy when fried.

Move the chicken pieces to the flour mixture and coat them completely. Press the flour into the chicken so that it sticks well. Shake off any excess flour.