Croquetas Recipe
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Croquetas Recipe

Traditional Spanish croquettes usually made with jamón (ham), these are mild and creamy fried rolls bound with béchamel and coated in breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch.

Cook Time150 mins
Servings6
Allergendairy, eggs, gluten

Nutrition Values

Energy350 Cal
Protien12 g
Fat20 g
Carbs28 g

How to Make Croquetas

  1. 1

    Make the béchamel: Melt butter in a pan, stir in flour and cook for a couple of minutes on low heat without letting it brown.

  2. 2

    Gradually whisk in the milk until the mixture is smooth and thick. Cook for 8-10 minutes until you have a thick béchamel sauce.

  3. 3

    Stir in the finely chopped ham and season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Spread the mixture onto a flat tray. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing down on the surface to avoid a skin from forming. Chill for at least 2 hours.

  5. 5

    Shape the chilled béchamel mixture into small cylinders.

  6. 6

    Prepare three dishes for breading: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and another with breadcrumbs.

  7. 7

    Roll each croqueta first in flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.

  8. 8

    Heat oil in a deep fryer or a deep skillet to 170°C (340°F). Fry the croquetas in batches until golden and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.

  9. 9

    Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

*This AI-generated recipe may contain inaccuracies

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