Southern Style Fried Chicken Wings

1. Wash the chicken under cool water, then place it in a large bowl or container.
1 lb chicken wings
2. Combine 4 cups cold water, 1 tbsp salt, and 2 tbsp sugar. Stir until the salt and sugar dissolve.
4 cups cold water,1 tbsp salt,2 tbsp sugar

3. Pour the chicken wing brine into the bowl or container with the chicken. Make sure that the chicken is completely covered with the brine.
4. Cover the bowl/container, then place in the refrigerator for about 4 hours.
5. Drain the brine from the bowl, but do not rinse the chicken.

6. Season the chicken with poultry seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
1 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning,1 tsp onion powder,1 tsp garlic powder,1/2 tsp smoked paprika
7. Combine the all purpose flour, cornstarch, and 1/2 tsp salt.
3/4 cup all purpose flour,1/4 cup cornstarch,1/2 tsp salt

8. Pour the flour mixture into a large freezer bag, then toss in the chicken wings. Shake the bag until the chicken is well coated with flour.
9. Remove the chicken from the bag, and shake off any excess flour.

10. Pour the oil into a large skillet, and let it heat up over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
2 1/2 cups of corn oil for frying
11. Carefully add in the chicken, and fry until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.

12. Place the chicken on a paper towel-lined plate.
13. Serve and enjoy!