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Homemade Creamy Chicken Coxinha: A Step-by-Step Guide (Coxinha de frango : passo a passo)
Master the art of crafting traditional, creamy coxinha with a tender dough based on chicken stock and a succulent filling, perfect for any gathering.
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Ingredients
3 eggs, beaten for breading
1/2 cup margarine
2 eggs
1 kg all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
8 1/2 cups water
1 chicken bouillon cube
4 cups breadcrumbs
2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
1/2 cup margarine
2 eggs
1 kg all-purpose flour
Salt to taste
8 1/2 cups water
1 chicken bouillon cube
4 cups breadcrumbs
2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
Where to find ingredients
You can find chicken, eggs, and all-purpose flour at local grocery stores or open-air markets. Margarine, breadcrumbs, and bouillon cubes are available in the baking or spice aisles of any supermarket. For the chicken, fresh breasts from local butcher shops are ideal for the best texture.
Preparation method
- Dissolve the chicken bouillon cube in the water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add the margarine and the all-purpose flour, stirring vigorously and continuously until the mixture pulls away from the bottom of the pot, forming a homogeneous dough.
- Transfer the dough to a stand mixer, add the two eggs and salt, and mix until fully incorporated.
- Remove the dough from the mixer and finish by kneading it lightly by hand on a clean, flat surface.
- Divide the dough while still warm into 40 equal portions.
- Flatten each portion in the palm of your hand, place the seasoned shredded chicken in the center, and close it, molding it into the traditional teardrop shape.
- Dip each unit into the beaten eggs and then coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs.
- Fry in hot oil until they reach a golden, crispy finish.
Observations
The creamy coxinha is a staple of Brazilian snack culture, celebrated for its smooth, elastic dough and savory, well-seasoned filling. This recipe blends precise technique with humble ingredients to achieve a professional result, making it an excellent choice for those looking to prepare authentic, handmade savory snacks at home.
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