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Easy homemade chicken croquettes recipe (Receita de croquete de frango)
Master the art of making delicious homemade chicken croquettes, a staple for snacks and savory bites. A simple, flavorful recipe featuring shredded chicken and olives.
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Ingredients
1 chicken breast, cooked and shredded
100g chopped olives
1 medium onion, diced
1 beef stock cube
Brazilian seasoning blend (tempero baiano) to taste
Cumin to taste
Salt to taste
125ml all-purpose flour
100g chopped olives
1 medium onion, diced
1 beef stock cube
Brazilian seasoning blend (tempero baiano) to taste
Cumin to taste
Salt to taste
125ml all-purpose flour
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh chicken breasts, onions, and olives at local grocery markets or food stalls. All-purpose flour and basic pantry spices like cumin and beef stock cubes are widely available in the dry goods section of neighborhood supermarkets.
Preparation method
- In a pan, sauté the shredded chicken with the diced onion, olives, beef stock cube, Brazilian seasoning, cumin, and salt, adding a splash of water if needed, until the flavors meld and the liquid has evaporated.
- Gradually stir in the flour over low heat using a wooden spoon, stirring constantly until a consistent dough forms and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Once the dough has cooled slightly, shape the mixture into small cylinders or balls according to your preference.
- Deep-fry the croquettes in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
Observations
Chicken croquettes are a beloved snack in Brazilian cuisine, perfectly suited for parties, casual snacks, or simply making the most of leftover roast chicken.
This recipe guides you through preparing savory, crispy croquettes. With a firm, workable dough and a seasoned filling of shredded chicken and olives, these make for an irresistible treat that the whole family will enjoy.
This recipe guides you through preparing savory, crispy croquettes. With a firm, workable dough and a seasoned filling of shredded chicken and olives, these make for an irresistible treat that the whole family will enjoy.
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