Brazilian recipe
Potato Croquettes (Rose Shape)
Potato croquettes are a Brazilian classic, made with cooked and mashed potatoes, resulting in a flavorful and very practical side dish for various occasions.
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Ingredients
450 g peeled and cooked potatoes
50 g butter
2 egg yolks
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Nutmeg to taste
All-purpose flour for dusting
50 g butter
2 egg yolks
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Nutmeg to taste
All-purpose flour for dusting
Where to find ingredients
Potatoes, butter, eggs, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and all-purpose flour are commonly available in the produce, dairy, and baking aisles of most supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Peel the potatoes and place them in a pot with water
- Bring to high heat until it starts to boil
- Add salt and cook for approximately 20 minutes or until tender
- Drain all the water and pass the potatoes through a masher
- Mix the butter and egg yolks well into the mashed potatoes
- Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg, stirring to incorporate the flavors
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F)
- Grease a baking sheet with butter and dust with all-purpose flour
- Pipe rose shapes of potato onto the baking sheet by pressing the piping bag
- Start the movement in the center and make a spiral circle to form the rose
- Keep some space between each portion on the baking sheet
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes or until the surface is lightly golden
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately
Observations
These croquettes have a soft texture and delicate shape, making them ideal as a main course accompaniment or as a snack. The technique of using a piping bag ensures an elegant and uniform presentation.
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