Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Creamy Beef Croquettes (Croquete de carne)
A delicious recipe for creamy beef mince croquettes with mashed potato and requeijão. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and perfect for snacking.
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Ingredients
400 g lean beef mince
4 large potatoes
1/2 onion, grated
1 cup fresh parsley and spring onions, finely chopped
4 level tablespoons creamy requeijão
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Plain flour for dusting
1 egg white
Breadcrumbs for coating
Oil for deep-frying
4 large potatoes
1/2 onion, grated
1 cup fresh parsley and spring onions, finely chopped
4 level tablespoons creamy requeijão
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Plain flour for dusting
1 egg white
Breadcrumbs for coating
Oil for deep-frying
Where to find ingredients
You can find lean beef mince, potatoes, and fresh herbs at any local supermarket. Requeijão (a creamy Brazilian cheese spread) is available at speciality international food stores or Latin American grocers. Breadcrumbs and plain flour are located in the baking aisle.
Preparation method
- Cook the beef mince in salted water until thoroughly cooked through.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender.
- Mash the cooked potatoes using a potato ricer to create a smooth mash.
- Grate the onion and finely chop the parsley and spring onions.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked beef, mashed potatoes, grated onion, chopped herbs, requeijão, salt, and black pepper.
- Knead the mixture well until you achieve a uniform and homogeneous dough.
- Lightly dust your hands with plain flour and shape the mixture into your preferred croquette size.
- If the dough feels too sticky, incorporate a little more plain flour to help with shaping.
- Dip each croquette into the lightly beaten egg white.
- Next, roll the croquettes in the breadcrumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Heat plenty of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer.
- Fry the croquettes in the hot oil until they reach a golden brown colour.
- Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
- Serve your croquettes while they are still hot.
Observations
Creamy beef croquettes are a popular and savoury snack, perfect for afternoon bites or as party appetisers. This recipe balances the succulence of minced beef with the richness of requeijão and the subtle texture of potatoes, creating a truly irresistible finish. The golden, crispy exterior, achieved through frying, provides a wonderful contrast to the soft filling, making these a firm favourite for casual gatherings and festive occasions.
Preparing homemade croquettes might seem like a bit of an effort, but the final result is well worth it. Using simple, pantry-friendly ingredients yields a comforting snack that is sure to please every palate. Follow the steps below for the perfect croquette result.
Preparing homemade croquettes might seem like a bit of an effort, but the final result is well worth it. Using simple, pantry-friendly ingredients yields a comforting snack that is sure to please every palate. Follow the steps below for the perfect croquette result.
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