Drummies w/ White BBQ Sauce

Grocery list: 

• 20 drumettes

• Kosher salt

• Pepper

• 2 cups buttermilk

• Vegetable oil - for frying

• 1 cup flour

• 1 tbsp garlic powder

• 2 tsp paprika

• 3/4 cup mayonnaise

• 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar

• 1/2 lemon - juiced

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1/2 tsp horseradish

• 1/2 tsp sugar

• 1/4 tsp liquid smoke (optional)

Directions: 

1. Salt and pepper the drumettes on all sides. Put them in a large bowl and cover with the buttermilk. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. 

2. Pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a Dutch oven or cast iron skillet. Heat over medium until a thermometer reads 375 degrees. In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, and paprika. Remove the drumettes from the buttermilk and dredge in the flour mixture. Fry for about 7 minutes, 3-4 drumettes at a time, not overcrowding the pan. Let drain on a baking sheet lined with paper towels. Sprinkle lightly with salt when they come out of the oil. 

3. In a medium bowl, mix together the mayo, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijion mustard, horseradish, sugar, a dash of salt, and liquid smoke (if using). Before serving the drummies, drizzle them with the white BBQ sauce.

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