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Spicy Pinakurat Fried Chicken Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup Pinakurat vinegar
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Vegetable oil, for frying

Special equipment needed:
- Deep-fryer or large pot
- Cooking thermometer

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

2. In another bowl, whisk together Pinakurat vinegar, hot sauce, and eggs.

3. Dip chicken thighs in the egg mixture, then coat in the flour mixture.

4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large pot to 350°F.

5. Fry chicken thighs in batches for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a cooking thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.

6. Drain fried chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil.

7. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Oil temperature: 350°F
- Internal temperature of chicken: 165°F
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 480
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 36g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chicken thighs can be substituted with chicken breasts or drumsticks.
- Pinakurat vinegar can be substituted with apple cider vinegar or white vinegar.
- Hot sauce can be substituted with cayenne pepper or chili flakes.

Variations:
- Add more cayenne pepper or hot sauce for a spicier version.
- Use different spices for the flour mixture, such as curry powder or Italian seasoning.
- Make a gluten-free version by using gluten-free flour.

Tips and tricks:
- Pat the chicken thighs dry before dipping in the egg mixture to ensure the flour mixture sticks well.
- Do not overcrowd the deep-fryer or pot to ensure even cooking.
- Use a cooking thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through.

Storage instructions:
- Store leftover fried chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat fried chicken in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve fried chicken on a platter with a side of dipping sauce and garnish with chopped parsley or green onions.

Garnishes:
- Chopped parsley or green onions

Pairings:
- Serve with coleslaw, mashed potatoes, or corn on the cob.

Suggested side dishes:
- Coleslaw
- Mashed potatoes
- Corn on the cob

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the flour mixture is not sticking to the chicken, try patting the chicken dry or adding more egg mixture.
- If the chicken is not cooked through, increase the cooking time or temperature.

Food safety advice:
- Use a cooking thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked through.
- Do not reuse the oil used for frying.

Food history:
- Pinakurat vinegar is a type of vinegar from the Philippines made from fermented coconut sap.

Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, tangy, savory

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish for lunch or dinner.

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Region: Philippine

Taste: Spicy, Tangy, Savory, Aromatic, Crispy