Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Coxinha Recipe
Learn how to make practical and delicious coxinha at home. Light dough and creamy filling for an irresistible snack.
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Ingredients
1.5 kg cooked and shredded chicken
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Seasoning to taste (salt, pepper, fresh herbs)
3 tablespoons creamy cheese spread
1 cup (240 ml) water
2 cups (480 ml) milk
2 bacon or beef broth cubes
1/2 cup mashed cooked potato
1 tablespoon butter
2.5 cups (300g) all-purpose flour
Margarine for greasing the pan
2 eggs, beaten
Breadcrumbs for coating
Oil for frying
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
Seasoning to taste (salt, pepper, fresh herbs)
3 tablespoons creamy cheese spread
1 cup (240 ml) water
2 cups (480 ml) milk
2 bacon or beef broth cubes
1/2 cup mashed cooked potato
1 tablespoon butter
2.5 cups (300g) all-purpose flour
Margarine for greasing the pan
2 eggs, beaten
Breadcrumbs for coating
Oil for frying
Where to find ingredients
Chicken, onions, garlic, potatoes, eggs, flour, butter, margarine, and standard seasonings like salt and pepper are readily available in most supermarket produce and dairy sections. Olive oil and vegetable oil for frying can be found in the cooking oil aisle. Milk and creamy cheese spread are in the dairy section. Broth cubes are typically in the soup or seasoning aisle. Breadcrumbs are usually in the baking aisle or international foods section. For a wider selection of ethnic ingredients or specific Brazilian items, check Latin or international markets. Fresh herbs are available in the produce section or at local farmer's markets.
Preparation method
- For the filling, heat the olive oil in a pan and sauté the chopped garlic and onion
- Add the shredded chicken and seasonings, sautéing for approximately 5 minutes
- Remove from heat, mix in the creamy cheese spread, and set the filling aside
- In another large pan, combine the water, milk, broth cubes, mashed potato, and butter
- Bring 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 lightly greased flat surface
- Knead the dough until it is smooth and let it cool slightly
- Open portions of the dough in your hands, place a portion of the filling, and shape into a coxinha
- Dip each shaped coxinha first in the beaten egg and then in the breadcrumbs
- Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the coxinhas until golden brown on all sides
- Remove the fried coxinhas and drain excess oil on paper towels
Observations
Coxinha is one of Brazil's most beloved savory snacks, perfect for parties, snacks, or as a quick bite. This easy homemade coxinha recipe offers a simplified step-by-step guide to achieve a delicious result, with a soft dough and flavorful filling.
Ideal for those looking for an easy-to-prepare option, the recipe uses common ingredients and accessible techniques, ensuring that even kitchen beginners can replicate the success of bakery-style coxinhas.
Ideal for those looking for an easy-to-prepare option, the recipe uses common ingredients and accessible techniques, ensuring that even kitchen beginners can replicate the success of bakery-style coxinhas.
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