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Brazilian Fricassee

Cultural Context

Brazilian Fricassee, or Frango à Fricassé, has roots in Portuguese cuisine, where fricassee refers to a method of cooking meat in a sauce. This comforting dish showcases the Brazilian love for chicken and creamy sauces, often served with rice. It's a family favorite, especially during gatherings, and has evolved with regional variations, incorporating local vegetables and spices. Today, it's enjoyed across Brazil and beyond, celebrated for its rich flavors and heartwarming appeal.

BrazilianBRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 kg chicken cut into pieces
75 ml olive oil
1 large onion
2 cloves of garlic
1 tablespoon flour
100 ml white wine
400 ml chicken broth
4 egg yolks
1 teaspoon pepper
Juice of one lemon
Parsley (to taste)
Salt (to taste)

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable than breasts.

grated cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is less expensive.

1

Season the chicken with salt and pepper.

2

In a large saucepan, add the olive oil, chopped onion and the chopped garlic. Sauté on a low heat until the onion starts to turn slightly golden, stirring occasionally.

3

Add the chicken pieces and fry them on both sides until golden brown (about 15 to 20 minutes), stirring occasionally.

4

Add the flour and white wine. Stir and cook for 5 minutes.

5

Pour the chicken broth, stir, cover the pan with a lid and cook on a medium-low heat for about 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6

Remove briefly the pan from heat.

7

In a small bowl, beat the egg yolks and the lemon juice. Add the beaten egg yolks to the chicken pan and mix well.

8

Place the pan back over medium heat and boil for 1 to 2 minutes.

9

Turn off the heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingshreddingmixing

Equipment Needed

large saucepanwooden spooncutting boardknifemeasuring cups

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Frango à FricasséChicken Fricassee

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