CHICKEN CRACKLINGS
4 pounds of chicken parts, cut in small pieces, Adobo Criollo, to taste (as sold in Latin markets) 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 1/2 cup rum or white wine 2 tbsp sour orange 1 cup all purpose flour 2 tbsp paprika, to taste 2 tsp salt 1/4 cup canola oil (for frying)
Sprinkle the chicken with the Adobo Criollo and rub with the garlic. Marinate in the rum and the sour orange for 30 minutes. Drain.
In a plastic bag, combine the flour with the paprika and salt and dredge the chicken pieces.
Heat the oil until hot, but not smoking and fry, a few pieces at a time until golden.
Serve.
Servings: 6 |