Potato croquettes are a Caribbean delight loved by young and old alike. In Cuba, they are prepared with mashed potatoes, cheese, ham, and coated with breadcrumbs. A crunchy exterior and creamy interior, simply irresistible.
Potato croquettes are a delicious option to enjoy on a quiet afternoon at home.
The creamy texture on the inside and crispy on the outside makes them an irresistible bite.
Paired with a sauce of your choice, they will be the perfect appetizer to share with family and friends.
Potato Croquettes
Ingredients
4 Large potatoes
2 tablespoons of Butter
2 Eggs
1 tablespoon of Salt
1 tablespoon of Yellow cheese
¼ teaspoon of Nutmeg
½ cup of All-purpose flour
1 cup of Breadcrumbs
Frying oil
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this recipe, first peel the potatoes and cut them into four pieces.
Step 2 : Then, place the potatoes in a pot with water and salt, covering them to boil for about 20 minutes.
Step 3 : Once ready, drain and mash the potatoes to make a puree.
Step 4 : To this puree, add the butter, egg, salt, grated yellow cheese, and nutmeg, mixing everything perfectly.
Step 5 : Next, let the mixture cool and divide it into portions, forming croquettes with each one on a light layer of flour.
Step 6 : Then, dip the croquettes in beaten egg and coat with breadcrumbs before frying them in hot oil until golden brown.
