Basic Brazilian Snack Dough
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup chicken broth (cooking water or Knorr broth)
- 3 tablespoons margarine
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
- Salt to taste
- Paprika or tomato paste
Preparation
In a saucepan, combine milk, chicken broth, margarine, parsley, and paprika or tomato paste
Heat over low heat until the margarine melts
Stir and check if more salt is needed
Keep over low heat and, when it comes to a boil, add the flour and stir well with a wooden spoon until the dough pulls away from the bottom of the pan
Continue stirring for a little longer
Place the dough on a cold surface to work with
Wait until it cools slightly and divide into 4 pieces
Knead the dough before it cools completely
Tips
This prevents the snacks from cracking when frying
Notes
This dough is suitable for coxinhas, risoles, cheese balls, sausage rolls, and more
