{"id":589,"date":"2024-05-23T05:31:11","date_gmt":"2024-05-23T05:31:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/"},"modified":"2024-05-23T16:15:42","modified_gmt":"2024-05-23T16:15:42","slug":"delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Delicious Traditional Coxinha Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to the tasty world of Brazilian cuisine with this delicious traditional Coxinha recipe! This delectable dish is a popular Brazilian snack made with shredded chicken, coated in dough, and deep-fried to golden perfection. Get ready to discover the steps to creating this savory treat that will have your taste buds dancing with delight. Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned chef or a cooking newbie, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends at your next gathering. So grab your apron and get ready to whip up a batch of these mouthwatering Coxinhas!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/#How_to_Make_Delicious_Traditional_Coxinha_at_Home\" title=\"How to Make Delicious Traditional Coxinha at Home\">How to Make Delicious Traditional Coxinha at Home<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/#What_is_Coxinha\" title=\"What is Coxinha?\">What is Coxinha?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/#Ingredients_Youll_Need\" title=\"Ingredients You&#8217;ll Need\">Ingredients You&#8217;ll Need<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/#Step-by-Step_Instructions\" title=\"Step-by-Step Instructions\">Step-by-Step Instructions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/#Step_1_Prepare_the_Filling\" title=\"Step 1: Prepare the Filling\">Step 1: Prepare the Filling<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/#Step_2_Make_the_Dough\" title=\"Step 2: Make the Dough\">Step 2: Make the Dough<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/#Step_3_Assemble_the_Coxinha\" title=\"Step 3: Assemble the Coxinha\">Step 3: Assemble the Coxinha<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/#Step_4_Fry_the_Coxinha\" title=\"Step 4: Fry the Coxinha\">Step 4: Fry the Coxinha<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/#Tips_and_Tricks_for_Perfect_Coxinha\" title=\"Tips and Tricks for Perfect Coxinha\">Tips and Tricks for Perfect Coxinha<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/delicious-traditional-coxinha-recipe\/#In_Conclusion\" title=\"In Conclusion\">In Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_Delicious_Traditional_Coxinha_at_Home\"><\/span>How to Make Delicious Traditional Coxinha at Home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Are you craving a taste of Brazil without having to travel all the way there? Look no further! In this article, I&#8217;ll guide you through making the popular Brazilian dish, Coxinha, right in your own kitchen. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this delicious and traditional recipe!<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HWbNH_fX35M\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Coxinha\"><\/span>What is Coxinha?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re not familiar with Coxinha, let me introduce you to this delightful Brazilian snack. Coxinha, which means &#8220;little chicken thigh&#8221; in Portuguese, is a popular street food in Brazil. It consists of shredded chicken encased in a dough that is shaped like a teardrop, coated in breadcrumbs, and then deep-fried to golden perfection. This savory treat is beloved by many and is often served at parties, bars, and even as a quick snack on the go.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingredients_Youll_Need\"><\/span>Ingredients You&#8217;ll Need<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Before you start making your Coxinha, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients on hand. Here&#8217;s what you&#8217;ll need:<\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Ingredients<\/th>\n<th>Quantity<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Cooked chicken breast<\/td>\n<td>2 cups<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Chicken broth<\/td>\n<td>1 cup<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Unsalted butter<\/td>\n<td>2 tbsp<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Onion (chopped)<\/td>\n<td>1\/2 cup<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>All-purpose flour<\/td>\n<td>1 1\/2 cups<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Milk<\/td>\n<td>1 cup<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Salt<\/td>\n<td>1 tsp<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Black pepper<\/td>\n<td>1\/2 tsp<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Bread crumbs<\/td>\n<td>2 cups<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Vegetable oil<\/td>\n<td>for frying<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Make sure to prepare all your ingredients beforehand to streamline the cooking process. Now let&#8217;s get into the nitty-gritty of making your Coxinha!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Instructions\"><\/span>Step-by-Step Instructions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Prepare_the_Filling\"><\/span>Step 1: Prepare the Filling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>First, let&#8217;s start by preparing the delicious chicken filling for your Coxinha.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"post-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/braziltaste.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Default_Delicious_Traditional_Coxinha_Recipe_1.jpg\"><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.<\/li>\n<li>Add the chopped onion and saut&Atilde;&copy; until translucent.<\/li>\n<li>Add the cooked chicken breast (shredded) and chicken broth to the pan.<\/li>\n<li>Season with salt and black pepper to taste.<\/li>\n<li>Cook the mixture for about 5-7 minutes until the liquid has reduced.<\/li>\n<li>Remove from heat and set aside.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Make_the_Dough\"><\/span>Step 2: Make the Dough<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Now, it&#8217;s time to make the dough for your Coxinha. This dough will encase the savory chicken filling.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In a separate saucepan, heat the milk and salt over medium heat until it simmers.<\/li>\n<li>Add the all-purpose flour all at once and stir vigorously until a smooth dough forms.<\/li>\n<li>Continue stirring the dough over medium heat until it pulls away from the sides of the pan.<\/li>\n<li>Remove from heat and let the dough cool slightly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Assemble_the_Coxinha\"><\/span>Step 3: Assemble the Coxinha<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>With your filling and dough prepared, it&#8217;s time to assemble your Coxinha.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Take a small portion of the dough and flatten it in the palm of your hand.<\/li>\n<li>Place a spoonful of the chicken filling in the center of the dough.<\/li>\n<li>Fold the dough over the filling and shape it into a teardrop or drumstick-like form.<\/li>\n<li>Roll the Coxinha in breadcrumbs until fully coated.<\/li>\n<li>Repeat the process until you&#8217;ve used up all the dough and filling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Fry_the_Coxinha\"><\/span>Step 4: Fry the Coxinha<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The final step is to fry your Coxinha to golden perfection.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In a deep pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.<\/li>\n<li>Carefully place the formed Coxinha in the hot oil, a few at a time.<\/li>\n<li>Fry until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally to ensure even cooking.<\/li>\n<li>Remove the Coxinha from the oil and place them on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.<\/li>\n<li>Serve hot and enjoy your delicious homemade Coxinha!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_and_Tricks_for_Perfect_Coxinha\"><\/span>Tips and Tricks for Perfect Coxinha<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Making Coxinha may seem like a daunting task, but with a few tips and tricks, you&#8217;ll be on your way to making the perfect batch in no time.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li> <strong>Use Cooked Chicken:<\/strong> Using already cooked chicken breast will save you time and ensure that your filling is flavorful and tender.<\/li>\n<li> <strong>Keep the Dough Thin:<\/strong> When shaping the Coxinha, make sure the dough is thin enough to be crispy once fried.<\/li>\n<li> <strong>Coat in Breadcrumbs:<\/strong> A generous coating of breadcrumbs will give your Coxinha a satisfying crunch.<\/li>\n<li> <strong>Don&#8217;t Crowd the Pan:<\/strong> Fry your Coxinha in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking.<\/li>\n<li> <strong>Serve with Sauce:<\/strong> Coxinha is best enjoyed with a side of hot sauce or aioli for that extra kick of flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_Conclusion\"><\/span>In Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Congratulations, you&#8217;ve successfully made your own batch of delicious traditional Coxinha! Whether you&#8217;re hosting a party, looking for a snack, or simply craving a taste of Brazil, this recipe is sure to impress. Share this tasty treat with your loved ones and bask in the glory of your newfound culinary skills. Obrigado and enjoy!<\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how to make a delicious traditional Coxinha at home with this easy-to-follow recipe! 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