Description
Golden crispy croquettes packed with savory ground beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and a hint of spice, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef, onions, and minced garlic; sauté until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are tender, about 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper, then let cool.
- Mix the Filling: In a bowl, combine cooled beef mixture with mashed potatoes until well integrated.
- Shape the Croquettes: With damp hands, form the mixture into uniform oval shapes.
- Prepare for Frying: Beat the eggs in a separate bowl. Dip each croquette into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then roll in breadcrumbs.
- Fry the Croquettes: Heat oil in a deep fryer or Dutch oven to 350°F (180°C). Fry croquettes in small batches for about 4–5 minutes until golden brown.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer croquettes to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with dipping sauce.
Notes
Cool the beef mixture before combining with potatoes to prevent mushiness. Adjust spice levels to taste, and consider customizing with fresh herbs or cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croquette
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: beef croquettes, spicy appetizers, fried snacks