Extra-Crispy Spicy Fried Chicken with “Delta” Sauce

Ingredients

For the chicken:
• 3 eggs
• 1/3 cup water
• About 1 cup “Texas Pete” hot red pepper sauce
• 4 cups flour
• 2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 teaspoon paprika
• 3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 quart buttermilk (optional)
• Salt, Pepper, and Garlic Powder (to taste)
• 1 (1 to 2 1/2-pound) chicken, cut into pieces
• Peanut Oil, for frying
For the Delta Sauce:
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup chili sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2-3 dashes hot pepper sauce
• 1 clove garlic, minced