Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Gizzards: A Soul Food Classic

Ouadie Rhabbouron

Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

For the Gizzards:

    • 1 lb chicken gizzards, cleaned and patted dry
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: Dash of paprika or cayenne for extra spice

For the Marinade:

    • 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with a splash of vinegar)
    • 1 tbsp hot sauce (like Tabasco or Frank’s RedHot)
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder

For the Coating:

    • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground mustard
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust based on heat preference)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

For Frying:

  • Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
  • Optional: Flour dredge station for double coating

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Gizzards

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, hot sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Add the gizzards to the marinade, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours—or overnight for deeper flavor.

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