Brazilian recipe
Creamy Beef Croquettes (Croquete cremoso de carne)
A moreish recipe for creamy minced beef croquettes with potato and requeijão. These bites are perfectly crisp on the outside and soft within—ideal for entertaining.
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Ingredients
400g lean minced beef
4 large potatoes
1/2 onion, finely grated
1 cup fresh parsley and spring onions, finely chopped
4 level tablespoons requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
Cracked black pepper to taste
Plain flour for dusting
1 egg white
Breadcrumbs for coating
Vegetable oil for deep frying
4 large potatoes
1/2 onion, finely grated
1 cup fresh parsley and spring onions, finely chopped
4 level tablespoons requeijão cremoso
Salt to taste
Cracked black pepper to taste
Plain flour for dusting
1 egg white
Breadcrumbs for coating
Vegetable oil for deep frying
Where to find ingredients
You can find minced beef, fresh potatoes, and herbs at any local supermarket or green grocer. For the requeijão cremoso, check the international aisle of large supermarkets or your local Brazilian specialty shop. If unavailable, cream cheese can be used as a substitute, though it will alter the authentic flavour profile.
Preparation method
- Boil the minced beef in salted water until fully cooked through.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender.
- Mash the cooked potatoes using a potato ricer to ensure a smooth, lump-free mash.
- Grate the onion and finely chop the fresh herbs.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef with the mashed potato, grated onion, fresh herbs, requeijão cremoso, salt, and black pepper.
- Knead the mixture thoroughly until you have a smooth, uniform dough.
- Lightly dust your hands with plain flour and shape the mixture into individual croquettes.
- If the mixture is too soft to handle, fold in a little extra flour to help with shaping.
- Dip each croquette into the lightly beaten egg white.
- Roll the croquettes in breadcrumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated on all sides.
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep pot or fryer.
- Deep-fry the croquettes in the hot oil until they turn a deep golden brown.
- Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve immediately while still hot and crisp.
Observations
Creamy beef croquettes are a beloved savoury snack, perfect for casual get-togethers or as a tasty appetiser. This recipe pairs the richness of minced beef with the silky texture of requeijão and fluffy potatoes, resulting in a truly irresistible bite. The golden, crunchy crust formed during deep-frying creates a wonderful contrast to the tender filling, making these a standout favourite at any gathering.
While making croquettes from scratch requires a bit of effort, the final result is well worth it. Using simple, honest ingredients, you can create a classic comfort food that appeals to everyone. Follow these steps to achieve the perfect croquette texture and flavour.
While making croquettes from scratch requires a bit of effort, the final result is well worth it. Using simple, honest ingredients, you can create a classic comfort food that appeals to everyone. Follow these steps to achieve the perfect croquette texture and flavour.
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