Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Creamy Meat Croquettes
A delicious recipe for ground beef croquettes with potato and cream cheese. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and perfect for snacking.
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Ingredients
400g lean ground beef
4 large potatoes
1/2 onion, finely grated
1 cup fresh scallions, chopped
4 shallow tablespoons cream cheese
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
All-purpose 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 scallions, chopped
4 shallow tablespoons cream cheese
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
All-purpose flour for dusting
1 egg white
Breadcrumbs for coating
Vegetable oil for deep frying
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these ingredients at local supermarkets or grocery stores. Ground beef and potatoes are standard staples in the fresh produce and meat aisles. Cream cheese (often found in the dairy section) is readily available. For fresh scallions, check the fresh produce department. Breadcrumbs are usually stocked in the baking or international foods aisle. Vegetable oil is found in the pantry or baking section of any neighborhood market.
Preparation method
- Boil the ground beef in salted water until thoroughly cooked through
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender
- Mash the cooked potatoes using a potato ricer or masher until smooth and uniform
- Grate the onion and finely chop the scallions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, mashed potatoes, grated onion, chopped scallions, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper
- Mix everything thoroughly until you have a smooth, consistent dough
- Lightly dust your hands with all-purpose flour and shape the mixture into your preferred croquette size
- If the mixture is too soft to handle, add a bit more flour until it becomes easy to shape
- Dip each croquette into the lightly beaten egg white until evenly coated
- Roll each piece in breadcrumbs, ensuring they are fully covered and the surface is even
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer
- Fry the croquettes in the hot oil until they are deep golden brown
- Remove the fried croquettes and let them drain on paper towels to absorb any excess oil
- Serve your croquettes while they are still warm
Observations
Creamy meat croquettes are a popular, flavorful snack that makes for a perfect appetizer or treat. This recipe pairs the savory taste of ground beef with the rich creaminess of cream cheese and the smooth texture of mashed potatoes for an irresistible bite. The golden, crispy shell created by frying provides a wonderful contrast to the tender filling, making these a favorite for gatherings and casual get-togethers.
While making homemade croquettes might seem like a bit of work, the end result is well worth the effort. These simple ingredients come together to create a comforting snack that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Follow the steps below for the perfect, golden-brown croquette.
While making homemade croquettes might seem like a bit of work, the end result is well worth the effort. These simple ingredients come together to create a comforting snack that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Follow the steps below for the perfect, golden-brown croquette.
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