Brazilian recipe
Simple homemade chicken croquette recipe (Receita de croquete de frango)
Master these delicious, golden-brown homemade chicken croquettes. A simple and tasty snack featuring shredded chicken and olives.
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Ingredients
1 cooked chicken breast, shredded
100g pitted olives, chopped
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 beef stock cube
Tempero baiano to taste
Ground cumin to taste
Sea salt to taste
1/2 cup plain flour
100g pitted olives, chopped
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 beef stock cube
Tempero baiano to taste
Ground cumin to taste
Sea salt to taste
1/2 cup plain flour
Where to find ingredients
You can find chicken breasts, olives, and onions at major supermarkets like Coles or Woolworths. Tempero baiano can be sourced from specialty Latin American grocers or online spice merchants; a common substitute is a blend of oregano, red pepper flakes, and black pepper.
Preparation method
- In a heavy-based saucepan, combine the shredded chicken with the onion, chopped olives, beef stock cube, tempero baiano, cumin, and salt, adding a splash of water if needed, and cook until the flavors meld and the liquid has evaporated.
- Gradually stir in the flour over low heat, using a wooden spoon to mix continuously until the dough thickens, binds together, and pulls away cleanly from the sides of the pan.
- Allow the dough to cool slightly before shaping it into small cylinders or bite-sized balls according to your preference.
- Deep-fry the croquettes in hot oil until they reach a deep, golden-brown color and become crispy.
- Drain briefly on kitchen paper before serving warm.
Observations
Chicken croquettes are a staple in Brazilian kitchens, perfect as party finger food, a quick afternoon snack, or a clever way to repurpose leftover roast chicken.
This recipe guides you through creating flavorful, crisp-on-the-outside croquettes with a firm dough and a savory filling of shredded chicken and olives, making for an irresistible treat that the whole family will love.
This recipe guides you through creating flavorful, crisp-on-the-outside croquettes with a firm dough and a savory filling of shredded chicken and olives, making for an irresistible treat that the whole family will love.
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