Haitian-Style Fried Chicken - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 pounds chicken legs
1 cup lemon juice
1/2 white onion, chopped
1 head garlic, cloves separated and minced
3 tablespoons seasoned salt
3 tablespoons paprika
3 tablespoons ground thyme
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
2 tablespoons whole cloves
vegetable oil for frying

Preparation

Combine chicken legs, lemon juice, onion, garlic, seasoned salt, paprika, thyme, pepper, and cloves in a large bowl. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours.
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown, about 8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.