Birria Fried Chicken is a creative fusion dish that combines the flavors of birria, a traditional Mexican stew often made with goat or beef, with the crispy goodness of fried chicken. Here’s a simple recipe you can try:
Ingredients:
For the Birria Marinade:
- 2 pounds chicken pieces (bone-in, skin-on)
- 3 dried guajillo chilies, stemmed and seeded
- 3 dried ancho chilies, stemmed and seeded
- 1 medium onion, roughly chopped
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
For the Fried Chicken:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
For Serving:
- Corn or flour tortillas
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced onions
- Lime wedges
Instructions:
- Prepare the Birria Marinade:
- In a dry skillet, toast the dried chilies over medium heat until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes per side.
- In a blender, combine the toasted chilies, chopped onion, garlic, ground cumin, dried oregano, ground coriander, salt, pepper, and broth. Blend until you have a smooth marinade.
- Marinate the Chicken:
- Place the chicken pieces in a bowl or zip-top bag and pour the birria marinade over them. Ensure each piece is well-coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
- Coat the Chicken:
- In a shallow dish, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dredge each marinated chicken piece in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Fry the Chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes, depending on the size of the pieces. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve:
- Serve the Birria Fried Chicken on warm tortillas.
- Top with chopped cilantro, diced onions, and a squeeze of lime juice.
This fusion dish combines the rich, flavorful birria marinade with the crispy texture of fried chicken, creating a delicious and unique meal. Feel free to customize the toppings and serve with your favorite side dishes.
