Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to South America, where flavors dance and spices ignite the senses. Discover the harmony of garlic chicken and guasacaca sauce, a symphony of savory and tangy notes that will transport you to the vibrant streets of Venezuela. Indulge in a fiesta of flavors with our curated collection of recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish.
1. **Garlic Chicken with Guasacaca Sauce:** Embark on a flavor expedition with this traditional Venezuelan recipe, where tender chicken is marinated in a vibrant blend of garlic, cumin, and paprika, then grilled to perfection. The pièce de résistance is the guasacaca sauce, a vibrant green concoction of avocados, cilantro, and onions that adds a burst of freshness to every bite.
2. **Crispy Garlic Chicken with Guasacaca Mayo:** Elevate your taste buds with a delightful fusion of flavors in this innovative recipe. Crispy chicken tenders are coated in a golden-brown crust, infused with the essence of garlic and herbs. The guasacaca mayo, a creamy fusion of guasacaca and mayonnaise, adds a luscious dimension to each succulent bite.
3. **Garlic Chicken Skewers with Guasacaca Dipping Sauce:** Experience the joy of grilled delights with these succulent chicken skewers, marinated in a tantalizing blend of garlic, paprika, and cumin. Each tender morsel is grilled to perfection, exuding an irresistible aroma that will tantalize your senses. Accompanied by a vibrant guasacaca dipping sauce, these skewers are a perfect appetizer or main course.
4. **Garlic Chicken and Guasacaca Arepas:** Embark on a culinary adventure with these delightful arepas, a traditional Venezuelan flatbread. Filled with a savory combination of garlic chicken and guasacaca sauce, these arepas offer a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Served with a side of shredded cheese and sour cream, they are a feast for the senses.
5. **Garlic Chicken Enchiladas with Guasacaca Sauce:** Indulge in a Mexican-Venezuelan fusion with these tantalizing enchiladas. Corn tortillas are filled with tender garlic chicken and smothered in a rich guasacaca sauce, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. Topped with melted cheese and baked to perfection, these enchiladas offer a delightful union of two culinary worlds.
GUASACACA
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories condiment
Time 10m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add the cilantro, parsley, avocado flesh, lime zest and juice, garlic, jalapeno, onion and bell pepper to the bowl of a food processor and pulse 4 or 5 times until finely chopped. With the motor running, drizzle in the olive oil and process until completely smooth. Adjust the consistency with up to 4 tablespoons water if needed. Taste and season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl and serve immediately. A perfect addition to a beautifully seared hanger steak.
GUASACACA SAUCE
Provided by George Duran
Categories appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield about 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put everything except the olive oil into a food processor and process until mostly smooth. Add the olive oil in a stream with the processor running and process until smooth. Let stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour for the flavors to blend. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve sauce at room temperature with meats, fish, or vegetable chips. If made in advance, store, covered, in the refrigerator, but bring to room temperature before serving.
CHICKEN WITH GARLIC SAUCE
"Wow" is sure to be the unanimous response from guests after their first bite of this moist herb chicken with garlic sauce. I received this recipe from my brother, and we were surprised at how savory the sauce is. -Paula Bolt, Eden Prairie, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 2 tablespoons flour, rosemary, sage, salt and pepper; add chicken. Seal bag and shake to coat. In a large nonstick skillet, brown chicken in 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat for 4 minutes on each side. Transfer to an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 15 minutes., Meanwhile, in the same skillet, saute the garlic, onion and red pepper flakes in remaining oil until onion is tender and garlic begins to brown, about 3 minutes. Stir in wine or broth; bring to a boil. Boil until wine is reduced by half, about 2-3 minutes., Stir in chicken broth; bring to a boil. Boil until broth is reduced by half, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from the heat., Combine butter and remaining flour; whisk into skillet. Return to heat. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until sauce thickens. Serve warm over chicken breasts. Sprinkle with parsley.
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Tips:
- Use fresh garlic and cilantro. Fresh ingredients will give your guasacaca sauce the best flavor.
- Don't overcook the chicken. Chicken breasts can easily become dry and tough if they are overcooked. Cook them until they are just cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Let the chicken rest before serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful.
- Serve the chicken with your favorite sides. Garlic chicken with guasacaca sauce can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Garlic chicken with guasacaca sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The chicken is tender and flavorful, and the guasacaca sauce is creamy and tangy. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So, what are you waiting for? Give it a try! Enjoy cooking and eating!
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