Name: Valencian Fried Chicken (Pollastre Fregit)
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Valencian
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 cups vegetable oil; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 clove garlic; 1 tbsp Dijon mustard; 1 tbsp lemon juice

Crispy fried chicken with traditional Valencian spices and a side of garlicky aioli.

Method

Cut the chicken into pieces.
In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Dip chicken pieces into the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice for aioli.
Serve chicken with aioli on the side.
Before serving, check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 74°C (165°F) with a food thermometer.