Goan Chicken Cafreal

A vibrant, spicy, and aromatic chicken dish from Goa, India, with roots in African and Portuguese cuisine. Chicken is marinated in a fresh green spice paste and pan-fried, then finished with a quick braise, and served with golden pan-fried potatoes and lime wedges.

IntermediateGoan (Indian-Portuguese fusion)Serves 4

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Source Video
1h
Prep
40m
Cook
12m
Cleanup
1h 52m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$17.40
Per serving:$4.35

Critical Success Points

  • • Prepare the Green Spice Paste
  • • Score and Marinate Chicken
  • • Fry Chicken in Batches
  • • Finish Cooking Chicken

Safety Warnings

  • • Use caution when frying to avoid oil splatter.
  • • Wash hands thoroughly after handling raw chicken and chilies.
  • • Ensure chicken is cooked through (internal temp 74°C/165°F).
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