Picadera/ Fritura Recipe
Make Picadera/ Fritura Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Peel and slice the plantains and yuca into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and season the chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and lime juice.
- 2
Cook the Yuca
In a pot of boiling salted water, cook the yuca for about 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- 3
Fry the Plantains
In a hot skillet with oil, fry the plantains until golden brown on both sides. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 4
Cook the Chicken
In the same skillet, add more oil if necessary and cook the seasoned chicken thighs until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove and let cool, then shred the chicken.
- 5
- 6
Prepare the Cheese
If using cheese, cut it into small cubes or slices.
- 7
- 8
Serve
On a large platter, arrange the fried plantains, yuca, shredded chicken, cooked shrimp, cheese, and fried eggs. Serve with lime wedges and enjoy!
