Brazilian recipe
Homemade Savoury Beef Croquettes
Learn how to make crispy, golden beef croquettes that are soft on the inside. A classic snack, perfect for entertaining guests or family gatherings.
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Ingredients
2 cups milk
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 cups all-purpose wheat flour
Salt to taste
Finely chopped coriander to taste
500g minced beef
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, finely diced
2 eggs (for coating)
Breadcrumbs (for coating)
Vegetable oil for deep frying
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 cups all-purpose wheat flour
Salt to taste
Finely chopped coriander to taste
500g minced beef
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, finely diced
2 eggs (for coating)
Breadcrumbs (for coating)
Vegetable oil for deep frying
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients are available at local markets and supermarkets in Uganda. Use standard wheat flour found in baking aisles and local vegetable oil brands. Fresh coriander and onions can be sourced at any local fresh produce market.
Preparation method
- In a saucepan, combine the milk, mayonnaise, salt, and coriander.
- Place over medium heat and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, gradually add the wheat flour, stirring constantly.
- Continue to cook and stir until the dough pulls away from the bottom of the pan and forms a smooth, solid ball.
- Remove the dough from the pan and spread it out on a clean, cool surface, such as a granite countertop, to cool down.
- In a separate pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the diced onion in the oil until soft and golden.
- Add the minced beef and salt, cooking well until the meat is browned and all excess liquid has evaporated.
- Allow the beef filling to cool slightly.
- Incorporate the cooled beef filling into the cooled dough and mix well until the ingredients are fully combined.
- Shape the mixture into croquettes of your desired size.
- Set up a coating station: beat the eggs in one bowl and place the breadcrumbs in another.
- Dip each croquette first into the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs.
- Heat plenty of vegetable oil in a deep pan or deep-fryer.
- Deep-fry the croquettes in the hot oil until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the croquettes hot as an appetiser.
Observations
Beef croquettes are a popular savoury snack in Brazil, ideal for parties, casual get-togethers, or simply as a special teatime treat. This recipe features a crunchy exterior with a well-seasoned minced beef filling, making them completely irresistible and satisfying to prepare.
Follow these steps to achieve the perfect texture, ensuring a smooth dough and a flavourful meat filling. This recipe creates a delicious appetiser that is bound to be a hit with friends and family alike.
Follow these steps to achieve the perfect texture, ensuring a smooth dough and a flavourful meat filling. This recipe creates a delicious appetiser that is bound to be a hit with friends and family alike.
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