Buttermilk fried chicken

Step 1

Arrange the chicken in a single layer in a large glass or ceramic dish. Pour over the buttermilk and turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge, turning once, for 6 hours or overnight to develop the flavours.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 180°C. Place the flour in a large shallow dish. Season with salt and pepper. Add enough oil to a large saucepan to reach a depth of 5cm. Heat to 170°C over medium-high heat (when the oil is ready a cube of bread will turn golden brown in 20 seconds).

Step 3

Drain the chicken. Add to the flour mixture and turn to evenly coat. Shake off any excess. Add half the chicken to the oil and cook, turning occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Use tongs to transfer to a tray lined with paper towel. Place in oven to keep warm. Reheat oil and repeat with remaining chicken.

Step 4

To make the coleslaw, combine the green and red cabbage, carrot and green shallot in a large bowl. Whisk the mayonnaise, mustard and lemon juice in a small bowl until well combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Add to the cabbage mixture and gently toss until well combined.

Step 5

Divide the chicken among serving plates and serve with the coleslaw.