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Pollo Campero

Cultural Context

Pollo Campero originated in Guatemala in 1971 and has become a beloved fast-food staple across Central America and beyond. The dish is known for its crispy, flavorful fried chicken, often served with sides like rice and beans. It reflects the rich culinary traditions of Guatemala, where fried chicken is a popular comfort food. Today, Pollo Campero has expanded internationally, with locations in the U.S. and other countries, appealing to those seeking a taste of Guatemalan flavor.

GuatemalanGTmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
200 grams flour
50 grams cornstarch
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon curry
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ginger powder
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
salt to taste
1.5 kilograms chicken
approximately 1/4 cup water
vegetable oil for frying

buttermilk

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1

In a bowl, add 200 grams of flour and 50 grams of cornstarch.

2

Add 2 teaspoons of paprika, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of curry, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of ginger powder, 1 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.

3

Mix the ingredients together and gradually add water until the mixture is neither too thick nor too thin, starting with approximately 1/4 cup of water.

4

Add salt to taste and continue mixing until well combined.

5

Marinate 1.5 kilograms of chicken in the mixture and refrigerate for 1 hour to enhance flavor.

6

In another bowl, add 200 grams of flour, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of curry, 1 teaspoon of paprika, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and salt to taste, and mix well.

7

Dredge each piece of marinated chicken in the flour mixture, removing excess flour before frying.

8

Heat enough vegetable oil in a pot and fry the chicken pieces until cooked through, approximately 15 minutes.

9

Remove the chicken and place it in a bowl lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingdredgingfrying

Equipment Needed

bowlpottongspaper towels

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Campero Chicken

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