| Southern Fried Chicken Comment by Reuben Southern fried chicken is very easy and there is nothing in the seasoning but salt and pepper. However, the secret is that the cut-up chicken is soaked in a salt water bath (1 tablespoon salt and 1 quart water) for about 1/2 hour. In two cups of flour add 1 teaspoon of black pepper and 1 teaspoon of salt. Take the chicken out of the water and dip in the flour mixture, dust off excess flour and place in a preheated (medium heat) frying pan that has 2-3 cups of Crisco. Cover and monitor chicken for browness. When it is golden brown turn pieces and brown the other side. That's all you need to do. |