Northern Fried Chicken - cooking recipe

Ingredients

canola oil, for frying
1/2 teaspoon hot paprika
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon dried parsley
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
4 egg whites, beaten
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup matzo meal
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
3 lbs chicken, cut into 8 pieces
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
honey, for dipping (optional)

Preparation

Add oil, to a depth of 2 inches in a Dutch oven and heat over medium high heat, about 375 degrees F.
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne, basil, parsley, garlic powder, and onion powder; set aside.
Beat egg whites in another bowl.
In a third bowl, combine flour, matzo, and baking powder.
Dip a piece of chicken in egg whites, then press into the matzo mixture so crumbs adhere; shake off any excess.
Transfer chicken to a rack set over a baking sheet.
Repeat with remaining chicken pieces.
Fry chicken until crispy and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes; drain on paper toweling then season with salt, pepper, and the reserved seasoning mixture.