Best 13 Ham Crouquettes Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with the savory delight of ham croquettes, a culinary treat that combines the rich flavors of ham with a crispy, golden-brown exterior. These delectable morsels, often served as appetizers or snacks, offer a delightful balance of textures, with a tender, moist interior encased in a crispy coating. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or seeking a satisfying snack, ham croquettes are a versatile dish that can be enjoyed on any occasion. With countless variations on this classic recipe, you'll embark on a culinary journey that explores different flavors and cooking techniques, ensuring that each bite is a moment of pure bliss.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GOLDEN HAM CROQUETTES



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Neighbors happened to drop in the first time I made this recipe and they loved it. I often make the tasty favorite as a Sunday dinner for our family. -Peggy Anderjaska, Haigler, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons butter
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup whole milk
2 to 3 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 teaspoon grated onion
2 cups coarsely ground fully cooked ham
2/3 cup dry bread crumbs
1 large egg, room temperature, beaten
2 tablespoons water
Oil for deep-fat frying
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1-1/4 cups whole milk
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, melt butter; stir in curry powder and flour. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in mustard and onion; add ham and mix well. Cover and chill thoroughly. , With wet hands, shape mixture into 10 balls. Roll balls in bread crumbs; shape each into a cone. Whisk together egg and water. Dip cones into egg mixture; roll again in crumbs. , Heat oil in an electric skillet or a deep-fat fryer to 375°. Fry croquettes, a few at a time, until golden brown, 2 to 2-1/2 minutes. Drain on paper towels; keep warm. , For the cheese sauce, melt butter in a saucepan; stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2 minutes. Reduce heat. Add cheeses; stir until melted. Spoon over croquettes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 603mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 12g protein.

MY GREAT GRANDMOTHER'S HAM CROQUETTES



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I don't know how this recipe came to be, but we know my great-grandmother made this. It is made with diced ham in the oven and covered in bread crumbs. After shaping them, you can put cheese or anything you want into the middle for a filling. I personally like cream cheese or Cheddar cheese in mine but you can put whatever you want in the middle.

Provided by crazy4foodgirl

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Ham

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ pound diced ham
1 egg
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 cup dry breadcrumbs, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix ham, egg, mayonnaise, and half the breadcrumbs together in a bowl; shape into 6 meatballs. Spread the remaining breadcrumbs onto a plate; roll the balls in the breadcrumbs to coat. Arrange the balls in a baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.4 g, Cholesterol 45.4 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 10.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 480.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

HAM CROUQUETTES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup finely minced onions
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups milk
Salt and black peppers
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
1 tablespoon dry sherry
12 ounces ground smoked ham
2 eggs, mixed with 1 tablespoon water
1 cup bread crumbs
Vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Preheat the fryer. In a large saute pan, melt the butter. When the butter is melted, add the onions and saute for about 2 minutes, or until translucent and soft. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the flour to make a roux. Cook for about 1 minute and remove from the heat. Whisk in the milk to form a smooth sauce. Return to medium heat and cook until the sauce is thick and creamy. Season with salt, pepper, nutmeg, parsley and sherry. Stir in the ham. Mix well and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on low heat. Pour the mixture into an 8 by 8 1/2-inch baking pan and cool in the refrigerator so that the mixture will be easy to handle. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or until well chilled.
  • In a small mixing bowl, beat the eggs with water until frothy and pour into a medium bowl. Combine the bread crumbs and flour in a second bowl. Season the mixture with salt and pepper. Using your hands, shape the ham mixture into a log about 3/4-inch thick. Using a knife, cut the logs into 1 1/2-inch thick. Dip the logs in the egg wash, letting the excess drip off. Roll the logs in the seasoned bread crumbs. Place the logs on a baking sheet and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate the logs for 2 to 3 hours. Fry the croquettes in the hot oil, a few at a time, until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the croquettes from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate. Season the croquettes with salt and pepper. Serve the croquettes with fresh lemon juice and garnish with parsley.

HAM CROQUETTES



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A delicious croquette recipe, made with ham, onions, & cheese. It is so good & tastes just like I remember my mom's!

Provided by BARNETTBUNCH

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
½ cup onion, chopped
3 medium green onions, chopped
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (16 ounce) package sliced honey ham, finely chopped
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
3 cups dried breadcrumbs, divided
salt and pepper to taste
4 eggs
2 cups oil for frying
⅛ cup water

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion, green onions, and garlic; cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Transfer contents of skillet to a large bowl. Stir in ham, Cheddar cheese, and 1 1/2 cups of bread crumbs. Beat 3 eggs; stir into ham mixture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Using your hands, make golf ball-size balls out of the ham mixture.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Spread remaining bread crumbs onto a plate. In a large bowl, beat 1 egg; stir in water. Dip balls into egg mixture, and roll in bread crumbs. Place balls in hot oil being careful not to crowd. Fry until golden brown. Remove to paper towels to soak up grease.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Cholesterol 125.7 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 978 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

HAM AND CHEESE CROQUETTES



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 8 (2-inch) croquettes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup leftover potatoes from Parsnip-Potato Mash recipe or plain mashed potatoes
1/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus more as needed
1/2 cup finely shredded Gruyere cheese, about 1-ounce
1/2 cup very finely diced cooked ham or country ham, about 2 ounces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup vegetable oil, for frying

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the potatoes, 1/4 cup flour, cheese, and ham with a large rubber spatula until combined. Season with salt and pepper, to taste and divide the mixture into 8 equal portions. Rub your hands with a small amount of flour and form the portions into small flat disks about 1/2-inch thick. Use just enough flour to keep the potatoes from sticking to your hands, but do not coat them completely.
  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Shallow-fry the croquettes, turning once, until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper-towel lined plate. Let the croquettes cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
  • Cook's Note: This recipe doubles easily if you have enough leftover potatoes.

HAM & CHEESE CROQUETAS



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These tasty, deep-fried bites can be made ahead and frozen, perfect for no-fuss entertaining as part of a party buffet spread

Provided by Justine Pattison

Categories     Buffet, Canapes, Snack, Starter

Time 1h45m

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 19

25g butter
½ small onion, finely chopped
50g plain flour
250ml milk
140g sliced smoked ham, diced
50g mature cheddar, coarsely grated
50g gruyère, finely grated
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp double cream
2 large eggs
50g plain flour
140g fine dried breadcrumbs
sunflower oil, for deep frying
300g ripe tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 long red chilli, finely chopped (deseeded if you don't like it too hot)
1 small red onion, finely chopped
4 large garlic cloves, crushed
100g demerara sugar
100ml red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • To make the croquetas, melt the butter in a medium saucepan and gently fry the onion for 3 mins or until lightly coloured. Stir in the flour and cook for 30 secs. Gradually add the milk, stirring constantly, and cook over a low heat for 5 mins until thick and glossy. Stir in the ham, cheese, mustard and cream, and season to taste. Cook for 1 min more until the cheese melts, stirring constantly.
  • Pour into a bowl and cover the surface with cling film to stop a skin forming. Leave to cool, then chill for 4 hrs or overnight - the mixture needs to be very stiff to form the croquetas. Take heaped teaspoons of the mixture and, with wet hands, roll into 24 small oval shapes and put on a tray. Beat the eggs in a shallow bowl, put the flour on a plate and half of the breadcrumbs in a bowl.
  • Roll each of the croquetas lightly in flour, then in egg before coating in breadcrumbs. Place on a baking tray lined with baking parchment. Use the remaining breadcrumbs to top up the bowl halfway through the coating process. Chill for 30 mins (or to freeze, see tip, below left).
  • Meanwhile, make the tomato chilli jam. Put all the ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover loosely with a lit and cook for 50 mins - 1 hr, stirring occasionally, until thick and glossy. Leave to cool before serving.
  • Fill a large saucepan one-third full with the sunflower oil and heat to 180C (or heat the oil in an electric deep-fat fryer). Do not overheat and do not leave hot oil unattended. Using a metal slotted spoon, lower 6 croquets into the oil and cook for 1.5 mins or until golden brown. Transfer to a baking tray lined with kitchen paper to absorb excess oil, and continue cooking the rest. Serve with the chilli jam for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

HAM CROQUETTES



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Croquettes can be made and frozen for up to 1 month. Thaw and fry them just before serving. I found that several cooks in Basque restaurants used Panko for the bread crumbs. It is a finer bread crumb so it adheres better. This is not a quick recipe but well worth the wait.

Provided by Ceezie

Categories     Ham

Time 3h5m

Yield 16 croquettes

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 lb butter, melted
2/3 cup flour
2 cups whole milk, scalded
1 tablespoon parsley, finely minced
1 teaspoon green onion, finely minced
2 cups cooked ham, chopped fine
3/4 cup flour
2 eggs
2 tablespoons water
1 cup breadcrumbs, finely ground

Steps:

  • Place melted butter and 2/3 cups flour in a heavy 2 quart saucepan over medium high heat. Whisk constantly. When the mixture turns into a thick paste, gradually whisk in the scaled milk. When the milk is consumed, gently stir parsley, green onion and ham into the butter, flour and milk mixture. Chill this mixture for several hours or overnight.
  • Shape the filling into the size of a small thin kiwi. Dip croquettes into the flour and then into the egg mixture. Roll them in bread crumbs. Deep fry them at 400 degrees until golden brown. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.5, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 60.6, Sodium 121.8, Carbohydrate 14.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.1, Protein 8.4

HAM CROQUETTES



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Wonderful, comfort food and a great way to use ham leftovers! I remembered these from my childhood and now my family loves them too!

Provided by Chef Joyous

Time 5h30m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups minced ham
1 teaspoon minced onion
1 teaspoon minced parsley
1/2 teaspoon Accent seasoning
8 tablespoons butter
8 tablespoons flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups skim milk
1 cup flour
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten with 2 T water

Steps:

  • Mince Ham in blender or food processor, put aside.
  • Make cream sauce by Melting 4 T butter, slowly add while stirring 4T flour & 1/2t salt. When mixed well slowly add 1C skim milk and stir till it is thick.
  • Mix Ham, minced onions, parsley and cream sauce.
  • Press into an 8x8 pan and refridgerate at least 4 hours.
  • Cut into 9 squares, flour squares, dip them in egg/water mixture and then in bread crumbs.
  • Fry in canola oil.
  • While frying make a second batch of cream sauce, by Melting 4 T butter, slowly add while stirring 4T flour & 1/2t salt. When mixed well slowly add 1C skim milk and stir till it is thick.
  • Serve with cream sauce on the side for topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653.1, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 16.9, Cholesterol 152.8, Sodium 2095, Carbohydrate 62.3, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.9, Protein 30.8

HAM CROQUETTES WITH MUSTARD SAUCE



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Any leftover ham is set aside for these crispy croquettes. I shape them early in the day, then simply fry them at dinnertime. The mustard sauce is mild and pairs well with ham.-Kathy Vincek, Toms River, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups finely chopped fully cooked ham
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup 2% milk
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
Oil for deep-fat frying
SAUCE:
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
1-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1/2 cup milk
4-1/2 teaspoons yellow mustard

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the ham, onion and parsley; set aside., In a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Stir into ham mixture., Spread into an 8-in. square baking dish; cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours., In a shallow bowl, combine egg and water. Place bread crumbs in a separate shallow bowl. Shape ham mixture into 12 balls (mixture will be soft); roll each ball in egg mixture, then in bread crumbs. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours longer., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry croquettes, a few at a time, for 2-3 minutes or until golden brown, turning once. Drain on paper towels., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in mustard. Serve with croquettes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 503mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

HAM AND RICE CROQUETTES



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Provided by Maggie Ruggiero

Categories     Appetizer     Fry     Super Bowl     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Parmesan     Ham     Poker/Game Night     Candy Thermometer     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 8 croquettes

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups cooked white rice, cooled
3/4 cup finely chopped cooked ham (about 1/4 pound)
1/3 cup grated parmesan
2 large eggs, divided
1/2 cup plain dry bread crumbs
About 3 cups vegetable oil
Equipment: a deep-fat thermometer

Steps:

  • Stir together rice, ham, cheese, 1 egg, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Put remaining egg (lightly beaten) and bread crumbs in separate shallow bowls.
  • Heat 1 to 1 1/2 inches oil to 350°F in a 10-inch skillet over high heat. Meanwhile, dampen your hands and form 1/4-cup amounts of rice mixture into 2 1/2-inch cakes. Lightly coat with egg, then with bread crumbs. Fry croquettes in 2 batches, turning once or twice, until golden-brown, 2 to 3 minutes per batch.

HAM CROQUETAS



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A typically Spanish snack that makes great party food. Well worth the effort, these crisp, golden brown bites have a creamy Ibérico ham and leek filling

Provided by jospizarro

Categories     Side dish, Snack, Starter

Time 1h

Yield makes 15-20

Number Of Ingredients 11

75g plain flour
2 large free-range eggs , beaten
75g dried breadcrumbs
sunflower oil , for frying
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
½ small leek , diced as small as possible
70g jamón Ibérico or other air-dried ham, diced very small
60g plain flour
75ml ham stock or vegetable stock
325ml full-fat milk
freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • To make the filling, heat the olive oil in a pan until it starts to shimmer. Add the leek and sauté until soft but not coloured. Stir in the ham with a wooden spoon, fry for 1 min, then stir in the flour and fry over a medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is golden but not burnt - this will take about 5 mins.
  • Meanwhile, combine the stock and milk in a small pan and heat until steaming but not boiling. Season with a few scrapes of nutmeg. Gradually add the liquid, a few tbsp at a time, stirring constantly.
  • Once you've incorporated all the milk stock, continue to cook the filling over a medium heat for about 10 mins or until it thickens and leaves the sides of the pan when you stir it.
  • Season with black pepper, taste and adjust the salt if necessary - the ham can be very salty to start with. The filling is now done: it has to be really thick because you don't want the croquetas to turn into pancakes.
  • Smooth the mixture onto a baking tray (30 x 20cm is fine). Once it has stopped steaming, cover with cling film to stop it drying out. Leave to cool before putting it in the fridge for 1 hr.
  • When you're ready for the next stage, line up three bowls: the first filled with the flour, the second with beaten egg and the third with breadcrumbs. Take the ham mixture out of the fridge. Put a little bit of olive oil on your hands to make it easier to roll the croquetas.
  • Roll a spoonful of the mixture between your palms. The size and shape of the croquetas is up to you, but the easiest is a walnut-sized ball. Then begin coating as follows.
  • Dunk the croquetas into the flour - you want a dusting - followed by the egg, then the breadcrumbs. Put them on a tray and, when you've used up all the mixture, place in the fridge for 30 mins.
  • If you have a deep-fat fryer, heat the oil to 180C and fry for a couple of mins. If not, heat the oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed saucepan until it starts to shimmer. Then add 5-6 croquetas at a time and fry until golden all over. Once cooked, drain on kitchen paper and eat straight away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 9 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

JAPANESE HAM & CHEESE CROQUETTE (KOROKKE) RECIPE BY TASTY



Japanese Ham & Cheese Croquette (Korokke) Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: medium potatoes, salt, ham, cheese, green onion, pepper, milk, flour, eggs, panko breadcrumbs, oil, green cabbage, tonkatsu sauce

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 medium potatoes, peeled, cut into medium-sized chunks
2 teaspoons salt
1 cup ham, chopped into small pieces
¾ cup cheese, chopped into small pieces
½ green onion, chopped
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon milk
1 cup flour
4 eggs, beaten
2 cups panko breadcrumbs
oil, for frying
green cabbage, shredded, to serve
tonkatsu sauce, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat water in a pot to a simmer, then add the potatoes, 1 teaspoon salt, and stir.
  • Cover and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, until a fork can easily pierce the potatoes.
  • Dry the potatoes on a towel, allowing them to steam to remove excess moisture, then transfer to a large bowl.
  • Mash the potatoes until no large chunks remain.
  • Add the ham, cheese, onions, the other teaspoon of salt, pepper, and milk.
  • Mix until evenly incorporated.
  • Shape the potato mixture into 2-inch (3cm) discs.
  • Separate the flour, eggs, and bread crumbs into separate bowls.
  • Dredge the croquettes into the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip them into the eggs, and then coat them evenly in the bread crumbs.
  • Heat oil in a pot to 350°F (180°C).
  • Fry 2-3 croquettes at a time until golden brown, then drain on a rack or paper towels with a sprinkle of salt.
  • Cool, then serve with the cabbage and sauce!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586 calories, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 27 grams, Sugar 4 grams

HAM CROQUETAS



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Crisp ham croquetas, gooey on the inside, are as synonymous with Miami as the Cubano. Deep-fried and shaped like cigars, these ham snacks are a classic Cuban dish. Though many new Cuban bakeries and restaurants play around with the ingredients, ham remains the most popular croqueta base. This version, from Islas Canarias Restaurant in Miami, is considered by many to be gold-star croquetas that hit the ideal sweet and salty notes. Squeeze some fresh lime on top, drizzle with hot sauce and serve with saltine crackers.

Provided by Christina Morales

Time 9h30m

Yield About 20 croquetas

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound honey ham, coarsely chopped
1 Spanish onion (12 ounces), coarsely chopped
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 2/3 cups whole milk
1/4 cup curly parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon fine salt, plus more to taste
2 cups finely crushed soda crackers or plain bread crumbs (4 ounces)
1 large egg, room temperature
Vegetable oil, for frying (about 4 cups)
Lime wedges, hot sauce and saltine crackers, for serving

Steps:

  • In a food processor, pulse the ham and onion until coarsely ground. Set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Quickly whisk in 1/2 cup flour and cook, whisking constantly, until smooth and tan, 2 to 3 minutes. While whisking, gradually add 1 cup milk, then continue whisking until the mixture thickens to the consistency of soft mashed potatoes, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the remaining 1/2 cup flour and use a wooden spoon or sturdy spatula to stir until very thick, firm and a darker shade of brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Some browning on the bottom of the pan is OK.
  • To the pan, add the ham mixture, parsley, garlic powder and salt, and vigorously mix until the ingredients are evenly incorporated, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a sheet pan lined with plastic wrap or parchment paper and pat into a 9-by-7-inch rectangle. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or preferably overnight.
  • Cut the chilled paste into 21 (3-by-1-inch) rectangles, then gently roll each into a 3-inch-long cylinder. Make sure the croquetas are smooth and without cracks. Place the croquetas on the sheet pan and chill in the freezer for 30 minutes.
  • Place the cracker crumbs on a plate. In a medium bowl, combine the egg and remaining 2/3 cup milk, and whisk until combined.
  • Submerge 4 to 5 chilled croquetas in the milk mixture to thoroughly coat, then transfer immediately to the crackers, making sure the croquetas are coated in the crumbs. Return to the sheet pan and repeat with the remaining croquetas. Freeze again until firm but not frozen, 15 to 30 minutes. Don't freeze for longer than 30 minutes as they may burst in the hot oil.
  • Towards the end of the chilling time, fill a small Dutch oven or heavy saucepan with oil to a depth of 1 1/2 inches. Heat over medium-high until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees. If you don't have a thermometer, use a croqueta as a test piece: Carefully drop in 1 croqueta. If it immediately begins to fry and brown, the oil is ready. Carefully add 2 to 3 croquetas and fry, turning if needed to evenly cook, until golden brown,1 1/2 to 2 1/2 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels and let rest for 1 to 2 minutes before serving. Repeat with the remaining croquetas, working in batches and adjusting the heat to maintain the oil temperature. Serve immediately with lime wedges, hot sauce and saltine crackers.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of ham: The best ham for croquettes is a smoked ham with a good balance of fat and lean meat. Avoid using processed or deli ham, as it will not produce the same flavor or texture.
  • Grind the ham finely: To ensure a smooth and creamy texture, it is important to grind the ham very finely. You can use a food processor or a meat grinder with a fine blade.
  • Use fresh breadcrumbs: Fresh breadcrumbs will help to absorb the moisture from the ham and create a crispy exterior. Avoid using store-bought breadcrumbs, as they are often too dry and crumbly.
  • Season the mixture well: Be sure to season the ham mixture generously with salt, pepper, and other herbs and spices of your choice. This will help to enhance the flavor of the croquettes.
  • Chill the mixture before frying: Chilling the ham mixture for at least 30 minutes before frying will help to firm it up and make it easier to shape into croquettes.
  • Fry the croquettes in hot oil: The oil should be hot enough to sizzle when the croquettes are added. This will help to create a crispy exterior and prevent the croquettes from absorbing too much oil.

Conclusion:

Ham croquettes are a delicious and versatile appetizer or main course that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. With a little planning and preparation, you can create a delicious and memorable meal that your family and friends will love.

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