Croquetas De Gambas -- Prawn Croquettes (Spain)

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   In a medium saucepan melt butter, then add the flour & cook it, stirring continuously for 2-3 minutes.

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   A little at a time, add cold milk, stirring continuously until there is a thick, smooth sauce.

3. 3

   Add prawns & season well before stirring in the tomato paste.

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   Continue cooking for 7-8 minutes, or until the sauce is quite thick.

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   Cool the sauce COMPLETELY, 4-5 hours or overnight.

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   Take scant tablespoons of the mixture & form into a 'croqueta' (a cylinder not more than 2 inches long).

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   Roll each croqueta in breadcrumbs, then coat with beaten egg, then roll again in the breadcrumbs. Breadcrumbs MUST BE DRY to ensure an even coating.

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   In a large, heavy-based saucepan heat the olive oil for deep-frying until temperature reaches 350 degrees F or a cube of bread turns golden brown in 20-30 seconds.

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   Deep-fry in batches of not more than 4 for about 5 minutes or until golden brown, then remove with a slotted spoon & drain on paper towels.

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    Serve ASAP & enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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