Crispy Fried Chicken with Spicy Tamarind Sauce

Ingredients

• •4 pieces chicken thighs, skin-on
• •1 cup all-purpose flour
• •1 teaspoon garlic powder
• •1 teaspoon onion powder
• •1 teaspoon salt
• •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• •1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• •2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for frying)
• •1/4 cup tamarind paste
• •2 tablespoons brown sugar
• •1 tablespoon soy sauce
• •1 tablespoon lime juice

Instructions

1. 1

   In a mixing bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

2. 2

   Dredge the chicken thighs in the flour mixture until well coated, shaking off any excess flour.

3. 3

   In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the chicken thighs, skin side down, and fry for about 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

4. 4

   Flip the chicken and fry for another 8-10 minutes on the other side until cooked through and crispy.

5. 5

   While the chicken is cooking, in a small saucepan, combine tamarind paste, brown sugar, soy sauce, and lime juice. Heat over low heat until the sauce is well mixed and slightly thickened, about 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Once the chicken is cooked, remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve the crispy chicken with the warm tamarind sauce drizzled on top.

7. 7

   Enjoy your flavorful crispy fried chicken with spicy tamarind sauce!