Brazilian recipe
Simple Homemade Coxinha (Coxinha)
Learn how to make simple and delicious homemade coxinha. With a light dough and creamy filling, this is an irresistible snack.
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Ingredients
1.5 kg cooked and shredded chicken
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Seasoning to taste (salt, pepper, fresh herbs)
3 tablespoons requeijão cremoso
1 cup water
2 cups milk
2 bouillon cubes (bacon or rib flavor)
1/2 cup cooked and mashed potato
1 tablespoon butter
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Margarine for greasing the work surface
2 eggs, beaten
Breadcrumbs for breading
Oil for deep frying
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
Seasoning to taste (salt, pepper, fresh herbs)
3 tablespoons requeijão cremoso
1 cup water
2 cups milk
2 bouillon cubes (bacon or rib flavor)
1/2 cup cooked and mashed potato
1 tablespoon butter
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Margarine for greasing the work surface
2 eggs, beaten
Breadcrumbs for breading
Oil for deep frying
Where to find ingredients
You can find these ingredients at local grocery stores or general food markets in Kiribati. For specific Brazilian items, look for 'requeijão cremoso' or bouillon cubes in the imported goods section. If you cannot find 'requeijão cremoso', a thick, creamy soft cheese like cream cheese can serve as a suitable substitute to keep the authentic texture.
Preparation method
- To prepare the filling, heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the minced onion and garlic.
- Add the shredded chicken and seasoning, cooking for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat, mix in the requeijão cremoso, and set the filling aside.
- In a separate large saucepan, combine the water, milk, bouillon cubes, mashed potato, and butter.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Add the all-purpose flour all at once, stirring vigorously until the dough pulls away from the bottom of the pan.
- Transfer the dough to a smooth, lightly greased surface.
- Knead the dough until it is smooth and allow it to cool slightly.
- Take portions of the dough, flatten them in your hands, add a spoonful of filling, and shape into the characteristic teardrop coxinha shape.
- Dip each shaped coxinha into the beaten egg and then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
- Heat the oil in a deep pot and fry the coxinhas until they are golden brown all over.
- Remove the fried coxinhas and drain the excess oil on paper towels.
Observations
The coxinha is one of the most beloved savory snacks in Brazil, perfect for parties, quick bites, or as a tasty appetizer. This simple, homemade recipe offers a streamlined step-by-step process so you can achieve a delicious result, featuring a soft dough and a flavorful, savory filling.
Ideal for anyone looking for a straightforward preparation, this recipe uses common pantry staples and accessible techniques, ensuring that even those new to the kitchen can replicate the success of classic bakery-style coxinhas.
Ideal for anyone looking for a straightforward preparation, this recipe uses common pantry staples and accessible techniques, ensuring that even those new to the kitchen can replicate the success of classic bakery-style coxinhas.
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