Fried Chicken Gizzards

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds chicken gizzards
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 tablespoons seasoned salt
• 1.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder , Optional
• 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. 1

   Trim excess fat and gristle from chicken gizzards. Rinse under cold running water.

2. 2

   Place gizzards in a pot of cold water. Bring water and gizzards to a rolling boil; continue to boil for about 15 minutes. Strain gizzards using a colander. Allow to cool.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, combine the flour, seasoned salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a plastic bag. Shake well to combine.

4. 4

   Preheat vegetable oil in a skillet with a lid over medium-high heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

5. 5

   Thoroughly coat gizzards with flour mixture and shake off excess. Gently lay the coated gizzards in the hot oil. Cook until brown. Reduce heat to medium; cover skillet with lid and cook another 10 minutes. Remove to paper towels to drain.