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Chicken Sandwich

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This recipe creates incredibly crispy, golden-brown cornmeal patties that serve as the perfect base for a hearty chicken sandwich. The batter combines yellow cornmeal and plain flour with buttermilk for a tender interior and a crunchy, flavorful exterior. Seasoned with garlic, onion salt, and fresh green onions, these fried cakes offer a comforting, homestyle taste reminiscent of Southern cooking. They are ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or casual gatherings where comfort food is king. Serve hot on soft buns with your favorite toppings for a satisfying meal that feels both rustic and refined.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 492.8
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This recipe creates incredibly crispy, golden-brown cornmeal patties that serve as the perfect base for a hearty chicken sandwich. The batter combines yellow cornmeal and plain flour with buttermilk for a tender interior and a crunchy, flavorful exterior. Seasoned with garlic, onion salt, and fresh green onions, these fried cakes offer a comforting, homestyle taste reminiscent of Southern cooking. They are ideal for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or casual gatherings where comfort food is king. Serve hot on soft buns with your favorite toppings for a satisfying meal that feels both rustic and refined.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Yellow cornmeal
  • 1 cup Plain flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Onion salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Granulated garlic
  • 1 egg Well beaten
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup Green onion -- finely chopped
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat oil in a deep fryer or a heavy cast-iron skillet to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, onion salt, and granulated garlic.
  3. 3
    Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the beaten egg and 3/4 cup of the buttermilk.
  4. 4
    Stir until just combined, adding the remaining 1/4 cup of buttermilk if the batter is too thick.
  5. 5
    Gently fold in the finely chopped green onions.
  6. 6
    Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, frying for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. 7
    Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving on sandwich buns.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 492.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.9g8%
Saturated Fat 1.4g7%
Cholesterol 47.8mg16%
Sodium 5113.6mg214%
Total Carbohydrate 98.0g33%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g26%
Sugars 6.9g
Protein 15.0g30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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