Brazilian recipe
Homemade Chicken Croquette Recipe (Croquete de Frango)
Learn how to make tasty homemade chicken croquettes, a popular Brazilian snack perfect for parties or appetizers, featuring shredded chicken and olives.
0.0 / 5 by 0 Reviews
Ingredients
1 chicken breast, cooked and shredded
100 g chopped olives
1 medium onion, chopped
1 beef bouillon cube
Bahian seasoning (tempero baiano) to taste
Cumin to taste
Salt to taste
1/2 cup (requeijão glass size) all-purpose flour
100 g chopped olives
1 medium onion, chopped
1 beef bouillon cube
Bahian seasoning (tempero baiano) to taste
Cumin to taste
Salt to taste
1/2 cup (requeijão glass size) all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
Find chicken, onions, olives, and wheat flour at any local supermarket or neighborhood grocery store. Beef bouillon cubes are available in the seasoning aisle. For authentic ingredients like 'Tempero Baiano', visit specialty Latin American food shops or ethnic markets, though a blend of black pepper, oregano, and mild chili powder can serve as a simple substitute.
Preparation method
- In a pot, cook the shredded chicken with the chopped onion, olives, beef bouillon cube, Bahian seasoning, cumin, and salt, adding a little water if necessary, until the seasonings are well incorporated and the liquid has evaporated.
- Add the wheat flour gradually, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon over low heat, until a consistent dough forms and it pulls away from the bottom of the pot.
- Once the dough has cooled slightly, shape the croquettes into small balls or any shape of your preference.
- Deep-fry the croquettes in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
Observations
The chicken croquette is a staple of Brazilian snack culture, widely enjoyed at parties, as a midday snack, or as a perfect way to repurpose leftover roasted chicken. This recipe guides you through creating flavorful, crispy croquettes with a firm dough and a savory filling of shredded chicken and olives, resulting in an irresistible treat for the whole family.
Ratings and comments