Portuguese chicken[1] (traditional Chinese: 葡國雞; simplified Chinese: 葡国鸡), also known as Portuguese-style chicken or galinha à portuguesa[2] (Portuguese pronunciation: [ɡɐˈlĩɲ aː puɾtuˈɣezɐ]) is a dish found in Macanese cuisine.
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Place of origin | Portuguese Macau |
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Invented | Between 16th century and 18th century |
Main ingredients | chicken potato |
Ingredients generally used | rice coconut-based sauce |
Despite its name, Portuguese chicken did not originate from Portugal, but from its former colony Macau.[2] The dish is not found in Portuguese cuisine.[3]
The dish consists of chicken pieces served with Portuguese sauce, which is likened to a mild yellow curry.[4]
I think the po kok gai is one of the best examples -- that translates into 'Portuguese chicken.' Interestingly enough, you'll never find this dish in Portugal.
The Portuguese sauce is like a mild yellow curry and it’s not meant to be spicy at all.
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