CROQUETAS DE JAMON (HAM CROQUETTES)
This is the way my aunt used to make croquetas, with bechamel - an old family and personal favorite. If you don't know what croquetas are, they are deep-fried treats about the length of your thumb and twice as wide. Variations of croquetas are famous around the world, but this recipe is Spanish (although it would truly be Spanish made with Serrano ham, but that's not the way my aunt made it). I used to eat several as a meal but generally these are served as tapas (appetizers/light lunch). These are perfect to throw in the lunch box too! Also, please don't be intimidated by the long list of directions, because in the end this is pretty simple to make. This is a great make-ahead dish too.
Provided by DisasterInTheKitchen
Categories Ham
Time 3h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Make your bechamel sauce by first melting olive oil and butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add flour to melted butter and mix well with whisk.
- Add 1/2 cup milk to saucepan and increase heat to medium-high.
- Stir constantly to avoid burning, and cook for about 5 minutes or until bechamel has thickened.
- Reduce head to medium and cook for another 10 minutes to allow bechamel to thicken fully.
- Add minced ham and season lightly with salt (as ham is already salty).
- Blend evenly and transfer mixture to a lightly oiled 8 inch shallow dish. Ensure the mixture is even all across.
- Refrigerate mixture at least 2 hours, but overnight is best.
- To make croquetas, shape the chilled ham mixture either with two tablespoons or your hands into a cylindrical shape about the length of your thumb or forefinger.
- Break eggs into a bowl and whisk. Put breadcrumbs seasoned with salt only, if you really want to season breadcrumbs, on a plate.
- Heat oil in a large pan over medium to medium-high heat.
- Dip croquetas into egg and roll in breadcrumbs; do this twice to double-coat them.
- After all croquetas have been assembled, refrigerate them for 30 minutes before frying.
- Fry each croqueta until golden brown and put on paper towel-lined plate. As you cook, you can keep them warm in a low oven.
- I like to eat these alone, or maybe with some steamed white rice and black beans. I hope you enjoy!
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Wajih Ullah
[email protected]These croquetas de jamón are the perfect comfort food. They're warm, cheesy, and filling. I love to eat them on a cold winter day.
Gabby B
[email protected]I'm not a fan of béchamel sauce, but I loved these croquetas de jamón. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the ham.
keron Khan
[email protected]These croquetas de jamón are a bit pricey to make, but they're worth it. They're so delicious and they always impress my guests.
olasupo taofik
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses simple ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand to make these croquetas de jamón.
ZOBII MALIK
[email protected]These croquetas de jamón are the perfect party food. They're easy to make ahead of time and they can be served hot or cold.
Jerry Haynes
[email protected]I've made these croquetas de jamón several times now and I've never been disappointed. They're always crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside.
Bryan Jenkins
[email protected]These croquetas de jamón are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.
Grace Pineda
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my croquetas de jamón turned out really dry. I think I might have overcooked them.
Raju Rj
[email protected]These croquetas de jamón were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have added more salt and pepper.
Elijiah Reyes
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses leftover ham. It's a great way to use up leftovers and make a delicious meal.
Fatema Mohamed
[email protected]These croquetas de jamón are the best I've ever had! The flavor is incredible and the texture is perfect.
Shannon Thandiwe
[email protected]I had a lot of trouble getting the croquetas to hold their shape. They kept falling apart when I tried to fry them.
Dilan Lathigra
[email protected]These croquetas de jamón were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I would have preferred them baked instead of fried.
KODUAH KOJO David.
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of ham, but these croquetas de jamón were surprisingly delicious. The béchamel sauce was rich and creamy, and the ham was perfectly seasoned.
Daniyal Shakeel
[email protected]These ham croquettes are the perfect finger food for any occasion. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Rahman Amdadur
[email protected]I've made these croquetas de jamón several times now and they always turn out perfect. They're crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, with just the right amount of ham flavor.
Ehis Hero
[email protected]These croquetas de jamón were a hit at my last party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.