South American Coxinha
Brazil's beloved fried street snack — creamy shredded chicken filling encased in golden, teardrop-shaped dough, crispy outside and irresistibly tender within.
Contains common allergens
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Instructions
6 steps- 1
Make the dough: In a saucepan, bring the chicken broth and butter to a rolling boil. Dump in the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until it forms a cohesive dough that pulls away from the sides. Let it cool.
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