Brazilian recipe
Homemade ground beef croquettes (Bolinho de carne)
Whip up these juicy, golden-brown ground beef croquettes. A classic, flavor-packed appetizer with authentic Brazilian seasoning that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Ingredients
2 to 3 garlic cloves, minced
1 large egg
Cooking oil for frying
Salt to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or as needed to bind)
500g ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 tomato, peeled and chopped (optional)
Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, to taste
1 large egg
Cooking oil for frying
Salt to taste
2 to 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or as needed to bind)
500g ground beef
1/2 onion, finely chopped or grated
Black pepper to taste
1/2 tomato, peeled and chopped (optional)
Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped, to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find fresh ground beef and local produce at neighborhood markets or grocery stores. Cilantro and parsley can be found in the fresh herbs section. For frying, use a high-smoke point vegetable oil such as sunflower or soybean oil available at any local food shop.
Preparation method
- Place the ground beef in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the onion, garlic, tomato (if using), cilantro or parsley, salt, and black pepper to the meat.
- Mix all the seasonings into the meat thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of flavor.
- Crack the egg into the mixture and add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour.
- Combine the ingredients well until you achieve a consistent mixture that can be easily shaped.
- If the mixture feels too moist or difficult to shape, gradually add more flour until it becomes pliable and stops sticking to your hands.
- Form small spheres or slightly flattened croquettes, ensuring they are uniform in size for consistent cooking.
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a deep pot or skillet over medium heat.
- To check if the oil is at the correct temperature, carefully drop a small piece of the mixture into the pan.
- The oil is ready if the piece rises to the surface and begins to bubble steadily.
- Deep-fry the croquettes over medium heat until they are perfectly golden-brown on the outside and cooked through.
- Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain the oil temperature and ensure the crust remains crispy.
- Remove the fried croquettes and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil before serving.
Observations
Ground beef croquettes are a beloved snack across Brazil, perfectly suited for social gatherings, cookouts, or a savory afternoon treat.
This recipe calls for quality ground beef seasoned with fresh aromatics like onion, garlic, and fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley, ensuring a distinct and authentic flavor profile.
Following these steps, you will achieve a tender interior protected by a perfectly crisp exterior once fried. They are the ideal finger food to pair with a cold drink or to serve as a tasty appetizer.
With straightforward instructions and accessible ingredients, you can easily master these savory bites right in your own kitchen.
This recipe calls for quality ground beef seasoned with fresh aromatics like onion, garlic, and fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley, ensuring a distinct and authentic flavor profile.
Following these steps, you will achieve a tender interior protected by a perfectly crisp exterior once fried. They are the ideal finger food to pair with a cold drink or to serve as a tasty appetizer.
With straightforward instructions and accessible ingredients, you can easily master these savory bites right in your own kitchen.
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