Croquette

A croquette is a crispy, golden bite-sized roll or patty typically made from a mashed or finely chopped filling that’s breaded and fried. Popular worldwide — from French bistros to Japanese bento boxes — croquettes are savory, satisfying, and versatile.

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🥔 Classic Potato Croquettes (French-style)

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mashed potatoes (well seasoned, preferably cold)

• 1 egg yolk

• ½ cup grated cheese (Gruyère, cheddar, or Parmesan)

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg (optional)

• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or chives (optional)

• Flour, for dredging

• 1–2 eggs, beaten

• Breadcrumbs (panko or regular)

• Oil, for frying

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🔥 Instructions:

1. Make the Filling:

   • In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes with egg yolk, cheese, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and herbs.

   • Shape into small logs, patties, or balls. Chill for 20–30 minutes to firm up.

2. Bread the Croquettes:

   • Dredge each piece in flour, dip in beaten egg, then coat in breadcrumbs.

   • For extra crispiness, double dip: egg → breadcrumbs → egg → breadcrumbs again.

3. Fry:

   • Heat oil (about 350°F / 175°C) in a deep skillet or fryer.

   • Fry croquettes in batches for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.

   • Drain on paper towels.

4. Serve:

   • Serve hot with dipping sauce like garlic aioli, spicy ketchup, or mustard.

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🧀 Variations:

• Ham or Chicken Croquettes: Mix in finely chopped cooked meat.

• Seafood Croquettes: Use flaked cod, crab, or shrimp.

• Bechamel Croquettes (Croquetas): Use thick béchamel sauce (common in Spain).

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Want a baked version, Japanese korokke, or a vegetarian filling idea?