Beer-Battered Buttermilk Fried Chicken

By CarolM-2

Ingredients

• Buttermilk Soak:
• 3 cups buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 4 pounds medium chicken wings, thighs and drumsticks
• Beer Batter:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 18 ounces dry, crisp beer, such as lager or pilsner (2 1/4 cups)
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk with the salt, black pepper and cayenne. Add the chicken and turn to coat. Let stand at room temperature for 2 hours or refrigerate for 4 hours.