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This Korean fried chicken recipie uses vodka to prevent gluten formation in the batter, which results in a thin and crispier crust. vodka is expensive. Are there any substitutes? Will a beer batter do the same thing? Does beer prevent gluten formation?
Vodka for crispy wings - substitute?