Best 4 Dutch Croquettes Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Dutch cuisine with our delectable Dutch croquettes recipes. These crispy and flavorful snacks, also known as bitterballen, are a beloved treat enjoyed in the Netherlands and beyond. Made with a creamy filling of minced meat, vegetables, and herbs, coated in breadcrumbs, and fried to perfection, our recipes offer a range of variations to suit every palate. Discover the classic beef croquettes, the savory chicken and mushroom croquettes, and the vegetarian delight of cheese croquettes. Each recipe provides step-by-step instructions, detailed ingredient lists, and helpful tips to ensure your croquettes turn out golden brown and irresistible. Whether you're hosting a party, gathering with friends, or simply craving a satisfying snack, our Dutch croquettes recipes are sure to delight and impress.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

KROKETTEN (DUTCH CROQUETTES)



Kroketten (Dutch Croquettes) image

Croquettes are a fantastic way to use leftovers. For testing we used turkey, but ham, chicken, or roast beef could easily be substituted. A great recipe to have on hand to use extra meat and vegetables from a holiday meal. After frying, the bread crumb outside is crunchy and the savory filling is soft and full of flavor. We tried...

Provided by Lisa 'Gayle' Goff

Categories     Other Appetizers

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 c butter
6 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 c hot milk
2 1/4 c cold leftover meat (roast, pork, chicken, turkey)
1/2 medium onion
1/4 c *optional leftover vegetables (corn for the non Dutch tastes because most Dutch consider corn chicken feed and they do not eat it; peas, carrot) (adjust meat to 2 cups if you add vegetables)
1 Tbsp Ketjap Manis (sweet soy sauce) see picture below
1 Tbsp thyme
1 Tbsp parsley
salt and pepper, to taste
CRUMB COATING:
2 eggs (slightly beaten with milk)
1/3 c milk (add to egg mixture)
1 c all-purpose flour
2 c plain bread crumbs
1 tsp each salt and pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Heat milk in the microwave.
  • 2. In a small saucepan, melt butter.
  • 3. Stir in flour to make a paste cook for 3 minutes while continually stirring.
  • 4. Then gradually mix in hot milk.
  • 5. Bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • 6. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • 7. Then pour into a bowl to cool.
  • 8. Place all remaining filling ingredients into a food processor and pulse until smooth.
  • 9. Add to bowl with cool sauce. Stir well to make a thick paste. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
  • 10. Prepare coating stations - flour, egg beaten with the milk and bread crumbs into dipping plates.
  • 11. Form paste into small logs (like large sausages).
  • 12. Then coat with crumb topping. Roll your logs into flour.
  • 13. Then dip in egg/milk mixture.
  • 14. Then coat with bread crumbs (make sure to thoroughly cover with each of these three steps).
  • 15. Preheat oven to 200 degrees and heat oil to about 350 degrees. Cook for 5 to 10 minutes turning halfway through frying.
  • 16. Place fried croquettes on a baking sheet. Keep warm in the 200 degree oven until ready to serve.
  • 17. You can eat these just as they are or if you want to try it in the Dutch style slice them lengthwise top with mustard (Dijon or brown) and place on a slice of white bread.
  • 18. You know you've done well if the filling is separated from the coating after frying.

DUTCH MEAT CROQUETTES



Dutch Meat Croquettes image

This popular Dutch "fast food" is a great way to use left overs like meat and mashed potatoes. Typically, croquettes are sold by street vendors and snack shops in Holland, but they are very easy to make.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Dutch

Time 35m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 onion, chopped fine
2 tablespoons melted butter (can substitute meat broth)
3 slices bread, soaked in milk or 1 cup left over mashed potatoes
salt
pepper
nutmeg
maggi seasoning or Kitchen Bouquet, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/2 lb of left over finely chopped meat (veal, chicken, beef, pork, etc.) or 1/2 lb ground beef (veal, chicken, beef, pork, etc.)
1 egg white, lightly beaten with a small amount of water
1 -2 cup corn flake crumbs or 1 -2 cup breadcrumbs, for coating
vegetable oil (for frying, about 1/2 inch in the pan or enough for deep fry)

Steps:

  • Saute onion in butter (or broth) until tender.
  • Add crumbs (or bread or mashed potatoes) to onion.
  • Add seasonings, aroma and parsley to mixture.
  • Add meat.
  • Add broth or water if too dry.
  • The mixture should be firm and stick together to form and hold shape.
  • Form into 8 cylinder, balls, or pattie shaped croquettes.
  • Coat with bread crumbs, then dip in the egg white, then in the bread crumbs again.
  • Cook quickly in preheated hot oil until the outside is brown and the croquette is heated/cooked throughout.
  • Serve hot with french fries and salad.

DUTCH 'BITTERBALLEN' : BITE-SIZE VEAL CROQUETTES



Dutch 'Bitterballen' : Bite-size veal croquettes image

Bitterballen, bite-size veal croquettes. These are usually eaten when dutch people go to a bar and served with a drink. I quess you could call it dutch 'Tapas' !

Provided by Bollie

Categories     Veal

Time 2h5m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

200 g veal shoulder, cubed
1 bouquet garni
400 ml beef stock
30 g butter
30 g flour
salt and pepper
nutmeg
2 eggs
100 g breadcrumbs
sunflower oil (for frying)
French mustard

Steps:

  • in a pan put meat, bouquet garni and beef stock slowly to the boil and simmer for about 1 hour until meat is tender.
  • Strain off 200 ml stock into a measuring jug.
  • Slice the cooked meat very thinly.
  • Melt the butter in a pan and stir in the flour.
  • Add the stock, while stirring, and continue stirring until the sauce is thick and smooth.
  • Leave the sauce to cook gently for about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the meat and add salt, pepper and nutmeg to taste.
  • Pour the ragout onto a flat plate and refrigerate until firm.
  • (Best to make this one day in advance) In a deep plate beat the eggs with one tablespoon of water.
  • Shape the ragout into 24 balls (Little bit smaller than golfball) and roll in the breadcrumbs.
  • Then roll in the beaten eggs and breadcrumbs again.
  • Repeat until well coated.
  • Heat oil in a deep fat fryer to 180 degrees celcius.
  • Deep fry croquettes 6 at the time for 3-4 minutes until brown and crisp.
  • Drain on paper towel.
  • Serve the warm'bitterballen' on a plate with a serving of mustard next to it.

DUTCH CROQUETTES



Dutch Croquettes image

Famous in the Netherlands, this is a traditional Dutch delicacy. Our family enjoys these every New Years Eve. They are full of flavor, and a hit with almost every man I have ever met.

Provided by PrincessSarahNP

Categories     Pork

Time 1h30m

Yield 45-50 croquettes, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb Italian sausage
1 lb ground beef (can substitute ground turkey instead)
1 ounce meatloaf seasoning mix (1 McCormick seasoning package)
1/4 cup dry onion soup mix (1 package)
3 tablespoons dried chives
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup flour
1 cup milk
1 cup beef stock
3 tablespoons dried chives
2 -3 cups all-purpose flour
3 eggs
3 tablespoons water
2 -3 cups dried breadcrumbs, chopped fine
vegetable oil, for deep frying

Steps:

  • Brown and cook sausage and ground beef in large frying pan. While browning, add soup mix, meatloaf seasoning, and chives.
  • Sauce instructions: melt butter in separate saucepan.
  • Add flour to butter, stirring well.
  • Add milk and beef stock to butter mixture.
  • Stirring continually, cook until thickened.
  • Add sauce to meat mixture.
  • Let cool in refrigerator. (usually overnight).
  • Shape Meat Mixture into 2 inch logs (croquettes).
  • Make egg mixture by mixing eggs and water together with whisk until blended.
  • Place on separate dinner plates: flour, egg mixture, and fine bread crumbs.
  • Roll croquettes into flour, then egg mixture, then bread crumbs. May repeat if desired.
  • Cool again in the freezer, or refrigerator until hard, but not frozen.
  • Deep fry at 375 degrees in hot vegetable oil until browned, 4-6 at a time.
  • Serve heated.
  • Watch them disappear.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your croquettes.
  • Make sure the mashed potatoes are cold before you start making the croquettes. This will help them hold their shape better.
  • Use a light hand when mixing the ingredients together. Overmixing will make the croquettes tough.
  • Be careful not to overcrowd the pan when frying the croquettes. This will cause them to stick together and not cook evenly.
  • Fry the croquettes until they are golden brown and crispy. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Serve the croquettes hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Dutch croquettes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as an appetizer, main course, or snack. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting recipe, give Dutch croquettes a try!

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