PICA POLLO (DOMINICAN FRIED CHICKEN)

 Pica Pollo is the authentic Dominican fried chicken. In a country where fast-food chains now abound, Pica Pollo remains the undisputed king of convenience food.

Ingredients

Chicken| Red Onion | Lime | Parsley | Salt | Oregano | Garlic | Pepper | Garlic powder | Onion powder | Oil | All- purpose flour

Prepare

Combine onion, lime juice, parsley, half the salt, half the oregano, crushed garlic, and chicken in a pot. Pour enough water to cover the chicken.

Boiling

Boil the chicken over medium heat. When the chicken is cooked  remove from the heat. Remove the chicken from the liquid.

Seasoning

Combine the flour with the remaining salt and oregano, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Whisk to mix. Coat the chicken pieces with the flour mix, shake off excess.

Frying

In a small saucepan heat the oil over medium-high heat (350 ºF [150 ºC]). Fry the chicken without piling up until they turn golden brown and turn to cook evenly on all sides

Serving

Serve with tostones and ketchup.

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