Spicy Double Crispy Chicken Burger with Black Buns

Presented by Fideli

Ingredients:

For the Crispy Chicken:

4 chicken thighs or breasts

1 cup buttermilk

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

1 tsp salt

1 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup cornstarch

Vegetable oil for frying

For the Black Buns:

2 black burger buns (store-bought or charcoal-infused buns)

For the Coleslaw:

1 cup shredded cabbage

1/2 cup shredded carrots

2 tbsp mayonnaise

1 tsp lemon juice

Salt and pepper to taste

For the Assembly:

Sliced jalapeños

Hot sauce (your choice)

Lettuce leaves

Pickles

Sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

Marinate the Chicken:

Combine buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt in a bowl.

Add the chicken thighs or breasts and marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight preferred).

Prepare the Crispy Coating:

In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.

Remove chicken from marinade and coat each piece in the flour mixture.

Fry the Chicken:

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Fry the chicken until golden brown and crispy (6–8 minutes per side). Place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.

Make the Coleslaw:

In a bowl, combine cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Mix well and chill until ready to use.

Assemble the Burger:

Toast the black buns.

Spread a layer of hot sauce on the bottom bun.

Add lettuce, a crispy chicken piece, coleslaw, jalapeños, pickles, and another chicken piece if stacking double.

Drizzle with more hot sauce and top with the black bun.

Serve:

Garnish with sesame seeds and enjoy this fiery, crispy burger masterpiece!