**Air Fryer Turkey Croquettes: A Crispy and Flavorful Treat**
Indulge in the culinary delight of air fryer turkey croquettes, a delectable appetizer or main course that combines the richness of turkey with a crispy, golden-brown exterior. These bite-sized morsels are crafted with succulent ground turkey, seasoned to perfection with a blend of aromatic herbs and spices, ensuring a burst of flavor in every bite. Coated in breadcrumbs and cooked in a trusty air fryer, these croquettes achieve a crispy texture without the added guilt of deep-frying, making them a healthier alternative that retains all the deliciousness. Accompanied by three delectable dipping sauces – a zesty cranberry sauce, a creamy mushroom sauce, and a tangy honey mustard sauce – these air fryer turkey croquettes promise an unforgettable culinary experience that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
AIR-FRYER TURKEY CROQUETTES
I grew up with family members who looked forward to leftovers, especially the day after Thanksgiving. But we didn't just reheat turkey and spuds in the microwave—we took our culinary creativity to a new level with recipes likes this. -Meredith Coe, Charlottesville, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat air fryer to 350°. In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheeses, shallot, rosemary, sage, salt and pepper; stir in turkey. Shape into twelve 1-in.-thick patties., In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and water. Place bread crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip croquettes in egg mixture, then in bread crumbs, patting to help coating adhere., In batches, place croquettes in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 4-5 minutes. Turn; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown; 4-5 minutes. If desired, serve with sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 673mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TURKEY CROQUETTES
This is a great recipe to use up leftover turkey or chicken. It does not taste anything like leftovers. Makes about six 2-inch croquette balls. Definitely need to double or triple recipe for large groups as I can eat 2 croquettes easily.
Provided by DCHMKH
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Turkey
Time 3h50m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Place bread in a blender and blend until soft crumbs form. Place bread crumbs in a shallow bowl.
- Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat until melted. Stir flour into melted butter until dissolved. Mix milk and broth into butter-flour mixture; cook and stir until mixture is thick, about 5 minutes. Remove saucepan from heat and cool mixture.
- Mix turkey, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper into cooled mixture. Form turkey mixture into balls. Place balls on a plate and refrigerate until chilled, at least 3 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Dip balls in the beaten egg, allowing excess to drip back into bowl. Press balls into bread crumbs until coated. Arrange balls on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cooked through and browned, 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.4 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 157.4 mg, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 33.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.6 g, Sodium 485.9 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
TURKEY CROQUETTES
Steps:
- In a medium-size saucepan, melt butter. Blend in flour and add milk and chicken broth. Cook and stir until mixture thickens and bubbles, and continue cooking for 1 minute more.
- Add lemon juice, snipped parsley, and onion. Stir in celery salt and a dash each of pepper, paprika, and nutmeg. Cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sauce with the ground turkey. Chill thoroughly. With wet hands, shape mixture into balls. Roll balls one at a time in bread crumbs.
- Lightly shape balls into cones. For each croquette, dip it into the mixture of egg and water, then roll in bread crumbs. Again, dip croquette in egg/flour and roll in bread crumbs. Fry croquettes in deep-fat fryer for approximately 3 minutes or until brown. Drain. Serve with turkey gravy.
Tips:
- Choose lean ground turkey for healthier croquettes.
- Use panko breadcrumbs for a crispy coating.
- Add your favorite herbs and spices to the turkey mixture for extra flavor.
- Be sure to chill the turkey mixture before forming it into croquettes, this will help them hold their shape better.
- Use a non-stick cooking spray to prevent the croquettes from sticking to the air fryer basket.
- Cook the croquettes in a single layer to ensure they cook evenly.
- Serve the croquettes immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Air fryer turkey croquettes are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. They are packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking. Plus, they are a healthier alternative to traditional fried croquettes. So next time you are looking for a quick and tasty meal, give air fryer turkey croquettes a try!
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