POTATO, HAM AND PIQUILLO PEPPER CROQUETAS

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POTATO, HAM AND PIQUILLO PEPPER CROQUETAS image

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups mashed potatoes, chilled
2 1/4 cups plain bread crumbs
2 ounces serrano ham (about a half-cup), diced small
1/2 cup piquillo or roasted red pepper, diced small
5 large eggs
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, more to taste
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
Olive oil or vegetable oil, for frying.

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, 3/4 cup bread crumbs, ham, pepper, 1 egg, the yolk, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, paprika (if using) and salt. Mix well. 2. Place remaining 4 eggs in a wide, shallow bowl and beat lightly. Place remaining 1 1/2 cups bread crumbs in a second bowl and flour in a third. Season bread crumbs with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper. 3. Taking about 2 tablespoons of croquetas mixture at a time, form into 3-inch fingers. Dip each finger first in flour, tapping off excess. Dip in egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then bread crumbs. Transfer each finger to a large baking sheet. When you have finished forming all croquetas, cover tray with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 12 hours. 4. When ready to fry, heat 1/4-inch oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry croquetas in batches, turning once, until dark golden all over, 2 to 3 minutes a side. Transfer to paper towel-lined plates and sprinkle with additional salt, if desired. Serve hot.

Gimhan
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These croquetas were a complete disaster. I'm not sure what I did wrong, but they were inedible.


alaa ali
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my croquetas didn't turn out as crispy as I expected.


Rishika Chaudhary
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These croquetas were a bit bland. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Bio Tiavina
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The flavor of the croquetas was good, but the texture was a bit too mushy for my liking.


Mohammad Shakil
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These croquetas were a bit too oily for my taste. I think I'll try baking them next time instead of frying them.


anime dragon
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I've never made croquetas before, but these were surprisingly easy to make and they turned out great. Thanks for the recipe!


Ramy omara
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These croquetas were easy to make and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.


ann njoki
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I'm not a fan of piquillo peppers, so I substituted roasted red peppers instead. They were still delicious!


James Ofindo
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I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfectly. My family loved them!


sk mirajul
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These croquetas were a hit at my party! They were crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, with a delicious balance of flavors. The piquillo peppers added a nice smoky touch.