Potato, Ham and Piquillo Pepper Croquetas Recipe

Name: Potato, Ham and Piquillo Pepper Croquetas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups mashed potatoes, chilled; 2 ¼ cups plain breadcrumbs; 2 ounces serrano ham, diced small (about a half-cup); ½ cup roasted red peppers or ½ cup piquillo pepper, diced small; 5 large eggs; 1 egg yolk; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, more to taste; ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional); ½ teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste; 1 cup all-purpose flour; olive oil or vegetable oil, for frying

Servings: persons

3 cups mashed potatoes, chilled
2 ¼ cups plain breadcrumbs
2 ounces serrano ham, diced small (about a half-cup)
½ cup roasted red peppers or ½ cup piquillo pepper, diced small
5 large eggs
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, more to taste
½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
½ teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
olive oil or vegetable oil, for frying

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.
2
Mix well.
3
Place remaining 4 eggs in a wide, shallow bowl and beat lightly.
4
Place remaining 1 1/2 cups bread crumbs in a second bowl and flour in a third.
5
Season bread crumbs with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
6
Taking about 2 tablespoons of croquetas mixture at a time, form into 3-inch fingers.
7
Dip each finger first in flour, tapping off excess.
8
Dip in egg mixture, letting excess drip off, then bread crumbs.
9
Transfer each finger to a large baking sheet.
10
When you have finished forming all croquetas, cover tray with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 12 hours.
11
When ready to fry, heat 1/4-inch oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
12
Fry croquetas in batches, turning once, until dark golden all over, 2 to 3 minutes a side.
13
Transfer to paper towel-lined plates and sprinkle with additional salt, if desired.
14
Serve hot.

697

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups mashed potatoes, chilled, 2 ¼ cups plain breadcrumbs, 2 ounces serrano ham, diced small (about a half-cup), ½ cup roasted red peppers or ½ cup piquillo pepper, diced small, and more.

Yes, Potato, Ham and Piquillo Pepper Croquetas falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Potato, Ham and Piquillo Pepper Croquetas

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