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Coxinhas

Cultural Context

Coxinhas are a popular Brazilian snack, often served at parties and gatherings. They are shaped like little chicken thighs, which is reflected in their name, and are a beloved street food across Brazil. The dish showcases the country's culinary creativity, combining savory chicken filling with a crispy outer layer.

BrazilianBRappetizer
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
300g chicken
1 onion
2 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon tomato paste
200ml water
chives
salt
pepper
150g cream cheese
50g parmesan
1 litre water
1/4 cup oil
1/2 tablespoon salt
2 chicken stock cubes
700g flour
water
bread crumbs

flour

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: whole wheat flour

More nutritious option.

chicken

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: turkey

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: chicken thighs

Lower in calories and more budget-friendly.

1

Cook chicken in water with chicken stock cubes until tender; shred it.

2

Sautรฉ onion and garlic in oil until fragrant.

3

Mix shredded chicken with sautรฉed onion, garlic, chives, salt, and pepper, then add cream cheese and parmesan.

4

Prepare dough by cooking flour in water, oil, and salt until smooth.

5

Shape dough around chicken filling into small teardrop shapes.

6

Coat each coxinha in bread crumbs and fry until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

boilingfrying

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Coxinha de Frango

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