Why is it the black people wash chicken?
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The tradition of washing chicken with black people has its origins in the Gullah culture of the American South. The Gullah are descendants of West African and African-American enslaved people who historically lived in isolated coastal regions in South Carolina, Georgia and northern Florida. Traditionally, freshly killed chickens were washed with a special mixture consisting of ash, salt and mint which was believed to help reduce any bad spirits or “jingles” that might be on the bird before preparing it for cooking.
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Why is it the black people wash chicken?
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The practice of washing chicken before cooking has been a cultural tradition among many African Americans for generations. It is believed that this practice helps to remove impurities from the skin, which allows the meat to sear and crisp more evenly during cooking. Some people also believe it can reduce the risk of food poisoning when preparing chicken at a large gathering.
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Why is it the black people wash chicken?