Coxinha Burger with Pão de Queijo Buns (Hambúrguer de Coxinha com Pão de Queijo)
This recipe combines two beloved Brazilian snacks into one delicious meal: the Coxinha, a chicken croquette, and the Pão de Queijo, a cheese bread. The result is a mouthwatering Hambúrguer de Coxinha com Pão de Queijo, perfect for a unique and flavorful dining experience.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup tapioca flour
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the ground chicken with salt and pepper, then shape into burger patties.
- In a separate bowl, combine tapioca flour, mozzarella cheese, milk, and a pinch of salt to make the Pão de Queijo dough.
- Divide the Pão de Queijo dough into 4 portions and flatten into buns. Cook in a skillet until golden brown on both sides.
- In a skillet, heat the vegetable oil and cook the chicken burger patties until fully cooked.
- In a saucepan, heat the chicken broth and dip the cooked burger patties into the broth, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Assemble the burger by placing the Coxinha patty between the Pão de Queijo buns, and add lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise as desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 40 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 450 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 25g
Supplies
Skillet Bowl Saucepan
Tools
Spatula Mixing spoon Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the Hambúrguer de Coxinha com Pão de Queijo with a side of Brazilian rice and a refreshing caipirinha cocktail for an authentic Brazilian meal.
Tips & tricks
For a twist, try adding a slice of pineapple to the burger for a tropical flavor.
Cost
$15