If you love a well-filled savory snack but want to avoid traditional, heavier versions, this recipe will earn a special place in your kitchen. It is soft on the inside, golden on the outside, and perfect for afternoon snacks or family gatherings.
Fit Cassava Dough “Coxinha” Recipe
Dough Ingredients:
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- 500g cooked and mashed cassava
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons oat flour
Filling Ingredients:
- 300g cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1 small chopped tomato
- 1/2 chopped onion
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Green seasoning (cheiro-verde) to taste
- Salt and black pepper to taste
To Finish:
- 2 tablespoons oat flour for breading
Preparation:
- Cook the cassava until very soft, drain all water, and mash while hot until it forms a uniform puree.
- Add the olive oil, salt, and oat flour, mixing until a firm, moldable dough forms.
- For the filling, sauté the onion in olive oil, add garlic, then the tomato until it begins to break down.
- Add the shredded chicken, season with salt, pepper, and green seasoning, mix well, and let cool.
- Shape small portions of dough around a spoonful of filling into the traditional “coxinha” shape, bread in oat flour, and bake at 200°C for about 25 minutes (or 18–20 minutes in an air fryer).
Fitness Version (Higher Fiber & Nutrients)
Dough:
- 500g cooked cassava
- 2 tablespoons whole oat flour
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt to taste
Filling:
- 300g shredded chicken
- 1 small grated carrot
- 1/2 chopped onion
- 1 garlic clove
- Green seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste
Preparation:
- After cooking and mashing the cassava, mix in the whole oat flour, chia, olive oil, and salt.
- Sauté the filling ingredients until well incorporated.
- Mold the “coxinhas,” bread in oat bran, and bake at 200°C for approximately 25 minutes until golden.
Business Opportunity
Beyond preparing these for family, you can turn this recipe into a source of income by selling orders of 20, 50, or 100 units. By selling approximately 40 kits per month with an average profit of R80toR120 per kit, it is possible to reach a monthly income between R3,000andR5,000. Strategic outlets include local gyms, coffee shops, and small healthy food markets.
Conclusion
The Fit Cassava Dough “Coxinha” is an excellent alternative for those wanting a delicious savory snack without heavy ingredients. It is practical, family-friendly, and demonstrates how to balance flavor and nutrition in a single recipe.