lunch · everyday
Coxinha (chicken croquettes)
Teardrop-shaped Brazilian party snack of creamy shredded chicken wrapped in a soft dough, breaded and fried.
- Time
- 90min
- Steps
- 5
Ingredients
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Allergens
Contains milk, egg and wheat.
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Equipment
You'll need: Deep pot for frying.
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Method
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1
Poach chicken in stock 20 minutes, until it reaches 74°C (165°F); shred and save 480 ml stock.
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2
Sauté onion and garlic in 1 tbsp butter, add chicken, cream cheese and parsley; season and cool.
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3
Bring the saved stock and 1 tbsp butter to a boil, add flour all at once and stir until a smooth dough pulls away; cool slightly and knead.
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4
Flatten a piece of dough, fill with chicken, and shape into a teardrop; dip in egg then breadcrumbs.
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5
Fry at 180°C (350°F) until deep golden, 4–5 minutes.
