Brazilian recipe
Beef croquettes (Croquete de carne)
Learn how to make crispy, golden beef croquettes that are tender on the inside. This classic Brazilian snack is the perfect appetizer for any gathering.
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Ingredients
2 cups of milk
4 tablespoons of mayonnaise
2 cups of wheat flour
Salt to taste
Chopped fresh parsley to taste
500 g of ground beef
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
1 small onion, diced
2 eggs (for breading)
Breadcrumbs (for breading)
Vegetable oil for frying
4 tablespoons of mayonnaise
2 cups of wheat flour
Salt to taste
Chopped fresh parsley to taste
500 g of ground beef
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
1 small onion, diced
2 eggs (for breading)
Breadcrumbs (for breading)
Vegetable oil for frying
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh ground beef, vegetables, and basic pantry staples at local supermarkets or butcher shops. Breadcrumbs can be purchased or made by toasting and grinding stale bread as a simple homemade substitute.
Preparation method
- In a saucepan, mix the milk, mayonnaise, salt, and parsley
- Place over medium heat and bring to a boil
- Once the mixture starts to boil, gradually add the wheat flour, stirring constantly
- Continue cooking and stirring until the dough completely pulls away from the bottom of the pan, forming a homogeneous block
- Remove the dough from the pan and spread it out on a clean, cold surface (such as marble or a countertop) to cool
- In another pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat
- Sauté the diced onion in the oil until golden
- Add the ground beef and salt, sautéing well until the meat is cooked and excess liquid has evaporated
- Let the beef filling cool slightly
- Incorporate the cooked ground beef into the cooled dough and mix well until the ingredients are completely combined
- Shape the croquettes into your desired form
- Prepare a breading station: beat the eggs in one container and place the breadcrumbs in another
- Dip each croquette first into the beaten egg and then into the breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well coated
- Heat plenty of vegetable oil in a deep pan or deep fryer
- Fry the croquettes in hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy
- Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil
- Serve the croquettes hot as an appetizer
Observations
Beef croquettes are a beloved Brazilian finger food, perfect for parties, social gatherings, or as a savory snack at home. Combining a perfectly crisp exterior with a flavorful, seasoned ground beef filling, they are a practical and irresistible treat that everyone enjoys.
This recipe guides you through the process of achieving the ideal consistency for the dough and ensuring the filling is perfectly seasoned. Follow these instructions to create a delicious appetizer that will surely be a success among friends and family.
This recipe guides you through the process of achieving the ideal consistency for the dough and ensuring the filling is perfectly seasoned. Follow these instructions to create a delicious appetizer that will surely be a success among friends and family.
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