Brazilian Risoles

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 11

Savoury Brazilian Risoles with chicken filling recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

100

Sugar

Fat

Brazilian Risoles are a popular appetizer in Brazil, often served at parties and gatherings. They are small dough balls filled with various savoury fillings such as shredded chicken, cheese, beef, or shrimp. These appetizers are easy to make and can be adapted to various dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian or gluten-free.

Instructions

1.	In a medium saucepan, heat the milk, parmesan cheese, and chicken bouillon cube on medium-high heat, whisking occasionally until the bouillon cube is dissolved.
2.	Once the milk mixture comes to a boil, add the flour and stir until a dough forms.
3.	Remove the dough from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
4.	Once the dough is cool, add the egg yolk and mix until well combined.
5.	In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
6.	Fold the egg whites into the dough mixture along with the shredded chicken.
7.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8.	Roll the dough mixture into small balls and coat in breadcrumbs.
9.	Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.

PROS

These Brazilian Risoles are a savoury and flavourful appetizer, perfect for entertaining guests or as a snack.

They are easy to make and can be adapted to various fillings such as cheese, beef, or shrimp.

CONS

These appetizers are fried and can be high in calories and fat if consuming in large amounts.

They may not be suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These Brazilian Risoles contain protein from the shredded chicken filling and can be a good source of calcium from the parmesan cheese.
However, the dough contains flour and breadcrumbs, which are high in carbohydrates and may cause blood sugar spikes.

	1 1/4 cups milk
	1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
	1 chicken bouillon cube
	1 cup flour
	1 egg yolk
	2 egg whites
	2 cups breadcrumbs