Fried Chicken, Parsi Style

Directions

1. 1
   Use a sharp knife to make deep gashes, right down to the bone, on the skin side of the chicken pieces.
2. 2
   Combine the salt, pepper, garlic, ginger, chiles, cumin, and coriander.
3. 3
   Rub the chicken all over with this mixture.
4. 4
   Wrap tightly in plastic and refrigerate for at least an hour and up to a day.
5. 5
   When youre ready to cook, put about 2 inches of oil in a skillet or large deep saucepan and turn the heat to medium-high.
6. 6
   When the oil reaches about 325Fa pinch of flour will sizzleyou can begin to fry the chicken.
7. 7
   Dredge each piece in the flour, then dip in the egg; gently place in the oil.
8. 8
   Do not crowd; cook in batches if necessary (this chicken will stay hot for a good 15 to 20 minutes after its done anyway).
9. 9
   Fry, turning 3 or 4 times, until nicely browned all over, about 20 minutes.
10. 10
    At that point the pieces will be done, but if you want to make sure, make a small slit in each piece and check for blood.
11. 11
    Serve hot, warm, at room temperature, or cold, with the lime wedges.