Brazilian recipe
Homemade Beef Croquettes: A Simple and Tasty Recipe (Bolinho de carne : receita e)
Whip up juicy, crispy beef croquettes—the ultimate snack. This traditional, straightforward recipe uses classic seasonings for a crowd-pleasing bite.
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Ingredients
2 to 3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 egg
Cooking oil for deep-frying
Salt to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons of cake wheat flour (or as needed to bind)
500 g minced beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 tomato, deseeded and chopped (optional)
Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped, to taste
1 egg
Cooking oil for deep-frying
Salt to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons of cake wheat flour (or as needed to bind)
500 g minced beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 tomato, deseeded and chopped (optional)
Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped, to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh produce and minced beef at local supermarkets or your neighbourhood butcher. Cake wheat flour and fresh herbs are readily available in the baking and produce aisles of any local grocer.
Preparation method
- Place the minced beef in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the onion, garlic, tomato (if using), coriander or parsley, salt, and black pepper to the meat.
- Mix all the seasonings thoroughly into the meat to ensure even flavour distribution.
- Add the egg and 2 tablespoons of wheat flour to the mixture.
- Mix again until you achieve a consistent, moldable dough.
- If the mixture is too wet to shape, gradually add more flour until it holds its form and doesn't stick to your hands.
- Shape into small balls or slightly flattened patties, ensuring they are uniform in size to promote even cooking.
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep pot or heavy-bottomed frying pan over medium heat.
- To test the oil temperature, drop a small piece of the mixture into the oil.
- The oil is at the ideal temperature when the test piece floats to the surface and bubbles steadily.
- Deep-fry the croquettes over medium heat until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan, as this lowers the oil temperature and can affect the crispiness.
- Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.
Observations
Beef croquettes are a beloved snack in Brazilian cuisine, perfect for social gatherings, braais, or as a quick afternoon treat.
This recipe relies on high-quality minced beef seasoned with fresh ingredients like onions, garlic, and fresh coriander or parsley to deliver a bold, authentic flavour.
Preparation is straightforward, yielding croquettes that are succulent on the inside with a perfectly golden, crispy crust. They make for an excellent appetiser or a savoury addition to any drinks menu.
With clear instructions and basic ingredients, you can easily master these delicious homemade croquettes in your own kitchen.
This recipe relies on high-quality minced beef seasoned with fresh ingredients like onions, garlic, and fresh coriander or parsley to deliver a bold, authentic flavour.
Preparation is straightforward, yielding croquettes that are succulent on the inside with a perfectly golden, crispy crust. They make for an excellent appetiser or a savoury addition to any drinks menu.
With clear instructions and basic ingredients, you can easily master these delicious homemade croquettes in your own kitchen.
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