Brazilian recipe
Beef and Potato Croquettes (Croquete)
A savory, golden-fried appetizer featuring a smooth, hearty filling of ground beef, potatoes, and requeijão. These bites are perfectly crispy on the outside and velvety on the inside.
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Ingredients
400g lean ground beef
4 large potatoes
1/2 onion, grated
1 cup fresh parsley and green onions, finely chopped
4 tablespoons requeijão
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
All-purpose flour for dusting
1 egg white
Breadcrumbs for coating
Vegetable oil for frying
4 large potatoes
1/2 onion, grated
1 cup fresh parsley and green onions, finely chopped
4 tablespoons requeijão
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
All-purpose flour for dusting
1 egg white
Breadcrumbs for coating
Vegetable oil for frying
Where to find ingredients
You can find lean ground beef and fresh produce at any Canadian grocery store (e.g., Loblaws, Sobeys). Requeijão is a specific Brazilian cream cheese; check the 'International' or 'Latin American' section of large supermarkets or local Latin grocery stores. As a substitute if you cannot find authentic requeijão, a high-quality, thick spreadable cream cheese can be used, though the flavor profile will differ.
Preparation method
- Boil the ground beef in salted water until fully cooked.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender.
- Pass the cooked potatoes through a potato ricer to create a smooth mash.
- Grate the onion and finely chop the fresh parsley and green onions.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef, mashed potatoes, grated onion, chopped greens, requeijão, salt, and black pepper.
- Knead the mixture thoroughly until a uniform, pliable dough forms.
- Lightly dust your hands with flour and shape the dough into small, log-like croquettes.
- If the dough feels too sticky, incorporate a little more all-purpose flour until it is easy to handle.
- Dip each croquette into the lightly beaten egg white.
- Roll the croquettes in breadcrumbs, ensuring they are evenly and fully coated.
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep frying pan or pot.
- Fry the croquettes in the hot oil in batches until they turn a deep golden brown.
- Remove the fried croquettes with a slotted spoon and drain them on paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Observations
These savory beef croquettes are a staple in Brazilian snacking culture, loved for their rich flavor and comforting texture. This recipe blends tender ground beef with mashed potatoes and the distinct, mild tang of requeijão—a signature Brazilian cream cheese—to achieve an incredibly soft filling. Once shaped, they are breaded and fried to golden perfection, creating a satisfying contrast between the crispy shell and the delicate center, making them a must-have for any gathering.
While making croquettes from scratch takes a little effort, the authentic result is well worth it. These humble ingredients come together to create a crowd-pleasing appetizer that feels homemade and comforting. Follow these steps to ensure your croquettes have the perfect consistency for easy shaping and frying.
While making croquettes from scratch takes a little effort, the authentic result is well worth it. These humble ingredients come together to create a crowd-pleasing appetizer that feels homemade and comforting. Follow these steps to ensure your croquettes have the perfect consistency for easy shaping and frying.
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