Fried Chicken Gizzards

Southern-Style Fried Chicken Gizzards Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken gizzards, cleaned and trimmed

• 2 cups buttermilk (or whole milk + 1 tbsp vinegar/lemon juice as a substitute)

• 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional)

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• ½ cup cornmeal (optional for extra crunch)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut)

Instructions:

1. Clean and Boil (Optional but recommended for tenderness):

   • Rinse gizzards and remove any connective tissue or tough membrane.

   • Boil in salted water for about 30–45 minutes until tender.

   • Drain and let them cool slightly.

2. Marinate:

   • Place gizzards in a bowl with buttermilk and hot sauce.

   • Cover and marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best flavor).

3. Prepare Coating:

   • In a large bowl or ziplock bag, mix flour, cornmeal (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.

4. Dredge:

   • Remove gizzards from buttermilk, letting excess drip off.

   • Toss them in the seasoned flour mixture until well coated.

5. Fry:

   • Heat 2–3 inches of oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).

   • Fry gizzards in batches for 3–5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

   • Remove and drain on paper towels.

6. Serve:

   • Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce (like ranch, hot sauce, or honey mustard).