Peruvian Chicken Fritters with Zesty Basmati Rice
A flavorful and spicy Peruvian-inspired dish featuring crispy chicken fritters served with zesty basmati rice.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound chicken breastcut into small pieces
- ●1 cup basmati riceuncooked
- ●1 teaspoon zesty seasoningstore-bought or homemade
- ●1/4 cup vegetable oilfor frying
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●1 teaspoon fritters seasoningstore-bought or homemade
- ●1 cup waterfor cooking rice
- ●to taste saltfor seasoning
Instructions
- 1
In a large pot, heat 2 cups of water and add 1 cup of uncooked basmati rice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and fluffy.
- 2
In a large bowl, combine chicken breast pieces, chopped onion, zesty seasoning, fritters seasoning, and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Heat 1/4 cup of vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Using a spoon, drop small portions of the chicken mixture into the oil and flatten slightly into fritters.
- 4
Cook the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- 5
Serve the Peruvian chicken fritters hot with zesty basmati rice.