Fried Chicken Wings: Ingredients:
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss to coat them in the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour with additional salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to about 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the chicken wings from the marinade and dredge them in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Carefully place the coated wings into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 10-12 minutes. Cook them in batches if necessary.
- Remove the fried chicken wings from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot.
Candied Yams: Ingredients:
- 4 medium yams or sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Mini marshmallows (optional)
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