Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
100 g

Ground chicken

1 clove

Garlic

minced

0.25 unit

Yellow or green bell pepper

minced

0.25 unit

Onion

minced

0.5 unit

Tomato

minced

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

1 large

Potato

peeled and chopped

20 g

Butter

200 ml

Milk

1 tsp

Consomme stock granules

100 g

Flour

2 tbsp

Plain flour

1 unit

Eggs

beaten

50 g

Panko

Step 1
~3 min

Mince the vegetables and garlic.

Step 2
~3 min

Heat garlic in a frying pan until fragrant.

Step 3
~3 min

Add onion and bell peppers, cook until tender over medium heat.

Step 4
~3 min

Place ground chicken on the other side of the pan.

Step 5
~3 min

Break up the chicken and cook until crumbly.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the tomato.

Step 7
~3 min

Simmer until the liquid has reduced, then season with salt and pepper.

Step 8
~3 min

Turn off the heat and divide the chicken mixture into 8 equal portions.

Step 9
~3 min

Peel and chop the potato.

Step 10
~3 min

Wrap the potatoes in a moist paper towel and place in a silicone steamer.

Step 11
~3 min

Microwave for 3 minutes at 600W.

Step 12
~3 min

Mash the potatoes until smooth.

Step 13
~3 min

Place butter, milk, and consommé in a large, heat-proof bowl and microwave for 3 minutes at 600W.

Step 14
~3 min

Whisk the mixture.

Step 15
~3 min

Add the chicken mixture (Step 8) and mix.

Step 16
~3 min

Add the flour and mix until no longer lumpy.

Step 17
~3 min

Lightly cover with plastic wrap and microwave at 600W for 1 minute intervals, using cut-and-fold motions to mix between intervals until a dough forms.

Step 18
~3 min

Divide the dough into 8 portions.

Step 19
~3 min

Cover with plastic wrap and set aside to cool.

Step 20
~3 min

Wrap the potato dough around the chicken mixture.

Step 21
~3 min

Form into teardrop shapes.

Step 22
~3 min

Cover with flour, then beaten egg, and then coat with panko.

Step 23
~3 min

Deep-fry in 180°C oil until nicely browned.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to prevent the coxinhas from becoming soggy.

Do not overcrowd the fryer; fry in batches.

Drain the coxinhas on paper towels after frying to remove excess oil.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The chicken filling and potato dough can be made ahead of time and stored separately.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm as a snack or appetizer.

Accompany with a dipping sauce, such as hot sauce or ketchup.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Feijoada (Brazilian black bean stew)
Pão de Queijo (Brazilian cheese bread)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Brazil

Cultural Significance

A popular street food and snack, often enjoyed at parties and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday parties
Carnival
Game Day

Occasion Tags

Party
Snack
Appetizer
Game day

Popularity Score

75/100

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