Pollo Frito Recipe
Golden Fried Chicken Marinated in Líme, Served on a Bed of Lettuce and Topped with Tomatoes, Onions, Avocados and Lime. Served with Rice and Beans
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a shallow dish, place the flour. You can season the flour with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade and dredge each piece in flour, shaking off excess. Fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
- 4
Prepare the Serve
On a serving platter, create a bed of shredded lettuce. Top with fried chicken pieces, diced tomatoes, sliced onions, and sliced avocado. Squeeze additional lime juice over the top.
- 5
Serve with Rice and Beans
Serve the fried chicken with a side of cooked rice and beans.
