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What’s KFC’s Secret To Yummy Fried Chicken? Its 11 Herbs And Spices Have Finally Been Discovered!

What’s KFC’s Secret To Yummy Fried Chicken? Their 11 Herbs And Spices Have Finally Been Discovered!

October 21, 2016

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It’s the culinary secret that has managed to stay well-buried since the opening of the first Kentucky Fried Chicken store in 1952. But the secret herbs and spices recipe has been revealed.

Avid fried chicken fans will be thrilled to find out that this popular takeaway brand’s best-kept secret has been discovered, and recreating the famous crunchy golden batter can be done in the comfort of our own homes.

And who is the super-sleuth who solved this long-running mystery? The author of aptly titled America’s Most Wanted Recipes, Ron Douglas. After visiting different KFC stores over the course of several years, Ron and his foodie crew tried and tested countless combinations until they unlocked Colonal Sanders’ iconic recipe.

If you’re eager to put this copy-cat herb-and-spice blend to the test, all you need to do is take a trip to your local supermarket and pick up a bunch of everyday groceries. According to Ron’s book, to make a standard batch you’ll need these ingredients (click through the gallery below).

However, there are a few important elements that have been left untested in this attempt to replicate the sought-after spice. And from the type of milk used to braise the meat, to the specific oil it’s cooked in, we probably won’t discover the exact KFC recipe until we hear from The Colonel himself!

Text: The Australian Women’s Weekly / Additional Reporting: Sean Tan

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What's KFC's Secret To Yummy Fried Chicken? Its 11 Herbs And Spices Have Finally Been Discovered!
1. 1 tsp dried oregano
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A member of the mint family, this herb gives an intense aroma with a slight bitter edge to add texture to taste.

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2. 1 tsp chilli powder
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This common spice adds pungency and piquancy to your marinades.

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3. 1 tsp dried sage
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This herb with a sweet and savoury flavour is well-used in many recipes and also commonly grown in gardens.

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4. 1 tsp dried basil
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Not only does it have a unique aroma and flavour, basil is also known to have antioxidant benefits.

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5. 1 tsp dried marjoram
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A Mediterranean herb grown for its medicinal benefits, this is used in cooking to inject a sweet, citrusy flavour.

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6. 1 tsp ground black pepper
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This common kitchen spice gives a punch to most dishes and also comes with a host of health benefits.

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7. 2 tsps salt
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The secret of salt in cooking is that you need to use just enough to bring out the taste and not too much to overwhelm the other ingredients.

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8. 2 tbsps paprika
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A spice made from air-dried fruits of capsicum, paprika is normally added to dishes to give more heat and intensity, plus it makes a great seasoning spice too.

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9. 1 tbsp onion salt
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Onion salt is onion powder with salt added. It’s commonly used as a seasoning on top of finished dishes and as an ingredient in roasted meats and vegetables.

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10. 1 tbsp garlic powder
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This is simply ground, dehydrated garlic, a common seasoning used for pasta, pizza, and grilled chicken.

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11. 2 tbsps Accent Flavour Enhancer
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There are many flavour enhancers for foods and this is the one suggested by Ron Douglas. If you can’t find this, try substituting with another brand from a gourmet supermarket.

Photo: Accent
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