HAM CROQUETTES (CROQUETAS DE PAPAS Y JAMON)
A popular Cuban appetizer to be eaten hot and fresh. Be sure to allow time for the chilling steps. It's important to the success of the dish.
Provided by PanNan
Categories Cuban
Time 30m
Yield 12-24 croquettes
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a 3-quart saucepan; add the onions and sauté on medium-low heat until translucent. Whisk in sherry and chives. Add ground ham. Let simmer for 5 minutes on low heat. Remove from heat, add mashed potatoes and blend completely. Taste and season with pepper and a little salt if necessary. The ham probably has enough salt already. Spoon the mixture into a baking dish and refrigerate until well chilled, at least 1 hour.
- TIP: The mixture needs to be firm enough to form into rolls. If the mixture is too soft or sticky, mix in some bread crumbs.
- Beat the eggs with water in a mixing bowl until frothy. Combine the bread crumbs and flour in a second bowl with salt and pepper. Shape the ham/potato mixture into logs about 3/4 inch thick and 3 inches long. Dip the logs in the egg wash and roll them in the seasoned bread crumbs. Dip a second time and roll again in bread crumbs until they are completely covered.
- IMPORTANT: Place the logs in a lightly greased baking dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours. (You may also freeze for later use, or use the freezer to quickly chill them.).
- In a large frying pan, add enough vegetable oil to cover half the croqueta at a time. Heat the oil to the frying stage -- about 360 to 375 degrees F. Sauté a few croquetas at a time in the hot oil for 3 to 4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173.3, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 44.2, Sodium 483.3, Carbohydrate 22.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 3.2, Protein 5.4
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Zahid Jatoi
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my croquettes didn't turn out very well. They were too oily and the filling was bland.
Ahtasham Paracha
[email protected]These croquettes were amazing! I loved the crispy coating and the creamy ham and cheese filling. I will definitely be making these again.
Sammad K
[email protected]I thought these croquettes were just okay. They were a little too greasy for my taste and the flavor was just average.
Ephrem Gizaw
[email protected]These croquettes were a great way to use up leftover ham. They were easy to make and they tasted delicious. I will definitely be making these again.
Victor Adeleke
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of ham, but I really enjoyed these croquettes. The flavor was great and the texture was perfect. I would definitely make these again, even if I had to use a different filling.
Rudrayani Shrestha
[email protected]These croquettes were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred them if they had more seasoning.
Ghulam Mustafa Mustafa
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my croquettes turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, with a delicious ham and cheese filling. I highly recommend this recipe!
Rabeya Rabeya
[email protected]These croquettes were a little too oily for my taste. I think I would have preferred them if they had been baked instead of fried.
Kelly Montgomery
[email protected]I was really impressed with these croquettes. They were so flavorful and the ham and cheese filling was perfect. I will definitely be making these again.
Floppster
[email protected]These are the best ham croquettes I've ever had. The flavor is amazing and the texture is perfect.
Arulogun Uthman
[email protected]I love these croquettes! They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly. I usually serve them with a side of salad or roasted vegetables.
KILLSHOTSWAV
[email protected]These ham croquettes were a hit at my dinner party. They were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, with a delicious ham and cheese filling. I will definitely be making these again!