Tyler's Ultimate Season 1 Episode 26 Ultimate Fried Chicken
- May 6, 2006
- 21 min
In Tyler's Ultimate season 1 episode 26, titled "Ultimate Fried Chicken," culinary expert Tyler Florence takes the audience on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for fried chicken. Tyler explores various regions of the United States to gather inspiration for his recipe, from the deep south to the Midwest.
He starts by visiting Nashville, where he meets with renowned chef Sean Brock to learn some techniques for brining chicken. Tyler then heads to Louisville, Kentucky, to meet with a farmer who raises free-range chickens and teaches Tyler about the importance of the chicken's diet in producing flavorful meat.
Next, Tyler makes his way to Kansas City, Missouri, where he visits a classic southern-style fried chicken joint and taste-tests their recipe before adding his own spin to it. He even gets the chance to fry up some chicken with the restaurant's head chef.
Tyler then heads back to his own kitchen to put together his ultimate recipe for fried chicken, using some of the techniques he learned on his culinary journey. He starts by brining the chicken overnight, which he says is the secret to making juicy, flavorful meat. He also adds a special blend of spices to the flour mixture for his batter, which he promises will create the perfect balance of flavor and texture.
As Tyler fries up the chicken, he shares some tips on how to achieve just the right amount of crunchiness and how to make sure the chicken is cooked all the way through. He also shares some creative ideas for serving the chicken, such as pairing it with honey mustard and homemade coleslaw.
Throughout the episode, Tyler emphasizes the importance of using high-quality ingredients and taking the time to do things right, whether that means brining the chicken overnight or using a thermometer to make sure the chicken is fully cooked.
Overall, "Ultimate Fried Chicken" is a mouth-watering episode that showcases Tyler's passion for creating delicious and comforting meals while also demonstrating his expertise as a chef. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just getting started in the kitchen, this episode is sure to inspire you to try your hand at making the ultimate fried chicken.