crispy skin (smoked) chicken


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  Ingredients

  Serves 4-6 as main course or 12-14 as a starter

  • 1 whole chicken about 3lb
  • 2 pints (1.2 litres) Master Gravy
  • 2 tablespoons of brown sugar or honey dissolved with 3-4 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • oil for deep frying
  • lettuce leaves for garnish

  Method

Wash and dry the chicken well. Bring the 'chinese gravy' (see separate recipe) to a rolling boil add the chicken, cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes. remove and brush the sugar or honey and vinegar solution all over the chicken while it is still hot, then hang it up in a cold, dry and airy place for 2-3 hours. deep fry the chicken in hot oil (190/375) for 4-5 minutes until golden brown, turning constantly . remove and drain. To serve chop the chicken throught the bone and serve on a bed of lettuce leaves.

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