Southern-fried Jerk Chicken

== Ingredients ==
* 1 cup buttermilk
* ⅔ cup Red Stripe beer
* 8 drumsticks
* 1 cup yellow cornmeal
* 1 cup all purpose flour
* ½ cup cornstarch
* ½ cup dry jerk seasoning
* 1 tablespoon paprika
* 2 tablespoon salt
* 2 tablespoons black pepper
* vegetable or peanut oil for frying
		
== Directions ==
# Combine the Red Stripe beer and cup buttermilk in a large glass bowl.
# Add chicken to the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
# Combine the flour, cornmeal, jerk seasoning, cornstarch, paprika, salt and pepper in a bowl.
# Mix to combine.
# Drain the chicken and discard the marinade.
# Toss the chicken lightly one at a time to coat them.
# You can use a zip lock bag with the breading mixture to do this.
# Place the breaded chicken on a large baking sheet lined with wax paper.
# Be sure they do not touch each other.
# Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
# Pour oil in 2 – 3 inch deep skillet.
# Heat oil to approx 355°F (check with frying thermometer).
# Add the chicken 2 at a time.
# Fry each for about 4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.
# Remove each piece of chicken and place on paper towel to drain oil.
# Transfer to an oven safe platter once oil is drained.
# Place in an oven set at 200°F to keep warm.
# Once all the chicken is cooked, it is best to serve immediately.
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