Use a carbon steel wok for southern fried chicken. It is much easier than turning chicken in a cast iron fry pan. Chicken rotates easily so that you get a golden crust. Always check your interior temperature (160F) with a Themoworks thermometer, as they are the most accurate
Best Pan For Frying Chicken
Use a carbon steel wok for southern fried chicken. It is much easier than turning chicken in a cast iron fry pan. Chicken rotates easily so that you get a golden crust. Always check...

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