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Miss Ora's Fried Chicken

Name: Miss Ora's Fried Chicken
Cuisine: southern_american
Ingredients: 1 3 to 4-pound chicken, cut into 10 pieces (breasts halved crosswise); 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more for seasoning; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; Canola or vegetable oil (for frying; about 4 cups); 2 ounces fatback, sliced 1/2" thick, rinsed (optional); A deep-fry thermometer

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Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cover; chill at least 4 hours or overnight.
2.
Combine flour, cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoons pepper in a large bag. Working in batches, shake chicken in bag to coat well; transfer to a plate.
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Fit a large deep heavy straight-sided skillet with a deep-fry thermometer; add oil to measure 3/4". Heat over medium-high heat until thermometer reads 350°F.
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Working in batches and maintaining oil at 350°F, fry chicken and fatback (if using) until crisp and chicken is cooked through, 5-7 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and season with salt.

Recipes sourced from Epicurious.com.

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