Crispy, golden Chicken Gizzards fried until tender inside and crunchy outside — a classic comfort snack loved in many Southern kitchens.
📝 Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken gizzards, cleaned
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornmeal (optional, for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Oil for deep frying
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Tenderize the Gizzards
Place the gizzards in a pot with water and a little salt.
Simmer for 30–40 minutes until they become tender. Drain and let cool.
2️⃣ Marinate
Place cooked gizzards in a bowl with buttermilk.
Let them soak for 20–30 minutes for extra flavor and tenderness.
3️⃣ Prepare the Coating
In a bowl, mix flour, cornmeal, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne.
4️⃣ Coat the Gizzards
Remove gizzards from buttermilk and dredge them in the flour mixture until well coated.
5️⃣ Fry
Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the gizzards for 4–5 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
6️⃣ Drain
Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
