Bajan Fried Chicken

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

2. 2

   Add chicken, then reduce heat, cover and simmer until chicken is tender, 30 to 40 minutes.

3. 3

   Prepare Seasoning Mix.

4. 4

   Drain chicken and pat it dry.

5. 5

   Cool completely, then cut into 8 serving pieces.

6. 6

   Cut a long, deep pocket in meaty part of each piece, filling each pocket with about 2 tablespoons of Seasoning Mix.

7. 7

   Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large skillet to 375F (190C) or until a 1-inch bread cube turns golden brown in 50 seconds.

8. 8

   On a large plate, combine flour, salt and pepper; coat chicken pieces, shaking off any excess flour.

9. 9

   Dip pieces into beaten eggs, then roll them in bread crumbs to coat thoroughly.

10. 10

    Fry in batches (without crowding) until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.

11. 11

    Drain on paper towels.

12. 12

    Seasoning Mix:

13. 13

    Peel and coarsely chop onions.

14. 14

    Place them with remaining ingredients in a blender or food processor fitted with the steel blade.

15. 15

    Process 1 to 2 minutes, until fairly smooth. (This mixture can be spooned into a jar and refrigerated several weeks for use as needed.).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.