The teardrop-shaped Brazilian snack every party runs out of first. Seasoned shredded chicken wrapped in soft dough, breaded and fried to a deep golden crunch – crisp outside, creamy inside.
Coxinha (pronounced ko-SHEE-nya) means little thigh, a nod to its shape. It is the king of Brazilian salgadinhos: shredded chicken seasoned with onion, garlic and herbs, encased in a smooth potato-and-broth dough, hand-shaped, breaded and fried. The contrast between the crunchy crumb and the soft, savoury interior is what makes people order three at a time.
Our guests describe the coxinha and the pastel as the two things you must try on a first visit. It travels well, eats in three bites and needs no cutlery – which makes it the perfect grab-and-go snack in Covent Garden Market or a crowd-pleaser for office and game-day catering in London, Ontario.
Each coxinha is shaped by hand, so no two are identical. They are fried in small batches through the day so there is always a fresh one on the counter, and we can prepare larger trays with notice for parties, offices and events downtown.
Covent Garden Market regular
“A hidden gem inside Covent Garden Market. The Brazilian snacks — especially the pastel and the coxinha — are addictive and perfect for a quick lunch. Prices are reasonable and the space is clean and welcoming.”
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Downtown London guest
“The pastéis are crispy and perfectly fried, the fillings are generous and every ingredient tastes fresh. The staff are so friendly — it really feels like a taste of Brazil right in downtown London.”
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First-time visitor
“The staff took the time to explain all the pastel flavours and made recommendations for us first-timers. Great vegetarian options too. I'll be back regularly for take-out on workdays in the core.”
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A coxinha is a Brazilian croquette: seasoned shredded chicken wrapped in a soft dough, shaped like a teardrop, breaded and deep fried. It is one of Brazil's most popular savoury snacks, or salgadinhos.
Ko-SHEE-nya. It translates roughly as little thigh, which is what the traditional shape imitates.
Yes. Coxinhas are one of our most requested catering items for offices, birthdays and game days. Call (519) 870-8730 or order online and we will arrange a tray.
Love Pastel Brazilian Food is inside Covent Garden Market at 130 King St, London, ON N6A 1C5 – a short walk from Victoria Park and Budweiser Gardens.
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