Description
Crispy golden potato croquettes filled with creamy mashed potatoes and melted cheese, offering a delicious contrast between a crunchy exterior and a soft, flavorful interior. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Ingredients
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and boiled
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella or cheddar)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley (optional)
- 1 egg
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Boil the peeled potatoes in salted water until fork-tender. Drain well and mash while still warm.
- Add butter and milk to the mashed potatoes and mix until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Stir in shredded cheese and parsley if using. Let the mixture cool slightly.
- Take small portions of the mixture and shape them into cylinders or oval croquettes.
- Beat the egg in a bowl and place breadcrumbs in another bowl.
- Dip each croquette into the beaten egg, then coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Fry the croquettes in batches for 3–4 minutes until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
- Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Leftover mashed potatoes can be used to save time.
- Chill the mixture if it feels too soft before shaping.
- Double coat with egg and breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
- Try different cheeses like gouda or processed cheese for variation.
- You can bake at 200°C (400°F) for about 20 minutes for a lighter option.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Freeze coated croquettes for up to 2 months and fry directly from frozen.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croquette
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
