Crispy Fried Chicken Legs: My Ultimate Recipe!

Ingredients

• 4 cups (950ml) Water
• 1/4 cup (55g) Kosher Salt
• 1/4 cup (50g) Granulated Sugar
• 2 tablespoons (15g) Paprika
• 1 tablespoon (6g) Garlic Powder
• 1 tablespoon (6g) Onion Powder
• 1 teaspoon Black Peppercorns, lightly crushed
• 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
• 6-8 Chicken Legs (about 2.5-3 lbs / 1.1-1.4 kg)
• 2 cups (240g) All-Purpose Flour
• 1/4 cup (30g) Cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon (8g) Dried Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional, for heat)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup (120ml) Milk or Buttermilk
• 4 cups (950ml) Vegetable Oil or Peanut Oil (for high-heat frying)