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Crispy Dominican Fried Chicken (Pollo Frito Crujiente)
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Crispy Dominican Fried Chicken (Pollo Frito Crujiente)

1 h 15 minServes 4Nutri-Score D€€
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what you need

Ingredients

4 people
  • whole chicken (cut into pieces)Meat1 piece
  • garlic pasteProduce30 g
  • dried oreganoSpices5 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices2 g
  • chicken bouillon or adobo seasoningPantry10 g
  • lime (juiced)Produce2 pieces
  • vegetable oil (for frying)Pantry1 litre
  • saltSpices5 g

per serving

Nutrition

660kcal

Carbs
3 g
Proteins
44 g
Fat
53 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Stockpot
  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

step by step

Method

  1. Cut and season the chicken

    • Cut the whole chicken into pieces.
    • Rub the pieces with garlic paste, oregano, black pepper, salt and chicken bouillon or adobo.
    Step 1
  2. Marinate with lime

    • Squeeze the fresh lime juice over the chicken and rub it in.
    • Let the chicken marinate so the flavors penetrate.
    Step 2
  3. Boil the chicken

    • Place the chicken in a pot with a little water.
    • Boil each side for 5 minutes to lock in the flavor.
    Step 3
  4. Fry until crispy

    • Heat the oil in a pan.
    • Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
    Step 4
  5. Drain and serve

    • Drain the chicken on paper towels and serve hot.
    Step 5