The coxinha is a national hit, served on many occasions and found in almost every bar, restaurant and snack bar. It's tempting, but full of calories, and those on a diet end up craving it, don't they? But that will end with this recipe for coxinha fit. You don't have to resist this temptation or count calories anymore. Learn this recipe and enjoy!
Ingredients
For the pasta
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1/2 cup oatmeal (or whole wheat flour if you don't need gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup mashed sweet potato (or regular potatoes, boiled and mashed)
- 1/2 cup water (or more, if necessary)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pepper to taste
For the filling
- 300 g shredded chicken breast (cooked and seasoned)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 chopped garlic cloves
- 1/2 red bell bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 grated carrot
- 1/2 cup chopped green or black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste.
For breading
- 1 egg white (or 2 tablespoons of vegetable milk if you prefer an egg-free option)
- 1 cup wholemeal breadcrumbs (or oatmeal for a gluten-free option)
Instructions
Preparing the filling
- Sauté the vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until they are soft and golden.
- Add the other ingredients: Add the peppers, carrots and olives (if using) and sauté for a few more minutes. Add the shredded chicken breast and parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for a few more minutes, stirring well to combine the flavors. Set aside and allow to cool slightly.
Preparing the dough
- Mix all of the ingredients: In a bowl, combine the rice flour, oatmeal, mashed sweet potato, olive oil, baking powder, salt and black pepper. Gradually add water until the dough is homogeneous and of a consistency that you can shape.
- Shape the drumsticks: Take small portions of the dough and roll it out with your hands or a rolling pin into small disks. Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each disc. Close the dough around the filling and shape into a drumstick, pinching the edges to seal.
Baking and roasting
- Bread it: Dip each drumstick in beaten egg white (or vegetable milk) and then in wholemeal breadcrumbs (or oatmeal). Make sure they are well coated.
- To bake: Preheat the oven to 200°C. Place the drumsticks on a greased baking sheet or one lined with baking paper. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy. You can turn them halfway through to ensure they are evenly browned.
Additional Tips
- If you prefer an even lighter version, you can choose to steam the drumsticks or use an air fryer.
- For a gluten-free version, make sure that all the flours and ingredients used are truly gluten-free.
