Instructions

1. Marinate the magic: In a large bowl, pour buttermilk over your chicken pieces and let them soak for at least 30 minutes (longer = juicier).

2. Mix up the magic dust: In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and as much Volcanic Sunset as your tastebuds can handle. We’re talking bold.

3. Heat things up: Bring oil or lard to 350°F in a heavy pot. (Use a thermometer or toss in a pinch of flour and look for sizzle).

4. Batter up: Take chicken from the buttermilk bath, let it drip, then coat it like it owes you money. Get into all the cracks.

5. Fry it up: Gently place chicken in hot oil, skin side down. Fry about 7–8 minutes per side until deeply golden, crispy, and begging to be devoured.

6. Cool your jets: Remove and let drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Let it rest a couple minutes... if you can wait that long.