Brazilian recipe
Creamy Homemade Ground Beef Croquettes
A crowd-pleasing recipe for creamy beef croquettes made with potato and requeijão. These bites are perfectly crispy on the outside and velvety smooth on the inside—a classic Brazilian appetizer.
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Ingredients
400 g ground beef (lean)
4 large potatoes
1/2 onion, grated
1 cup fresh parsley and scallions, finely chopped
4 level tablespoons requeijão (Brazilian-style cream cheese)
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
All-purpose flour for shaping
1 egg white
Breadcrumbs for coating
Vegetable oil for frying
4 large potatoes
1/2 onion, grated
1 cup fresh parsley and scallions, finely chopped
4 level tablespoons requeijão (Brazilian-style cream cheese)
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
All-purpose flour for shaping
1 egg white
Breadcrumbs for coating
Vegetable oil for frying
Where to find ingredients
The most essential item here is requeijão; look for it in the international aisle of large supermarkets, or specifically at Latin or Brazilian grocery stores. If unavailable, a thick, full-fat cream cheese is the best local approximation. Ground beef, potatoes, onions, and standard pantry staples like flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs are widely available at any local grocery store or supermarket. Fresh parsley and scallions can be found in the produce section.
Preparation method
- Boil the ground beef in salted water until fully cooked through
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are fork-tender
- Mash the cooked potatoes thoroughly with a potato ricer to create a smooth purée
- Grate the onion and finely chop the parsley and scallions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef, potato purée, grated onion, fresh herbs, requeijão, salt, and black pepper
- Knead the mixture well until you have a smooth, consistent dough
- Lightly dust your hands with flour and shape the mixture into your preferred croquette size and shape
- If the mixture feels too soft, add a little extra flour to the dough to make it easier to handle
- Dip each croquette into the lightly beaten egg white, ensuring it is well coated
- Roll the croquettes in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure they are evenly and fully covered
- Heat a generous amount of oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer
- Deep-fry the croquettes in batches in the hot oil until they reach a deep, golden brown
- Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove any excess oil
- Serve immediately while hot for the best texture and flavor
Observations
Creamy beef croquettes are a staple in Brazilian snacking culture, beloved for their rich, savory flavor and unique texture. This recipe masterfully combines juicy ground beef with the mild sweetness of potato and the signature creaminess of requeijão—a velvety Brazilian cream cheese. The result is a comfort food bite that features a perfectly crisp, golden-brown crust contrasting with a melt-in-your-mouth filling.
While making homemade croquettes might seem like a bit of a kitchen project, the payoff is well worth the effort. These simple, pantry-friendly ingredients come together to create a crowd-pleasing appetizer that disappears from the platter in seconds. Follow these steps to master the technique for the perfect croquette.
Note: If you cannot find authentic Brazilian requeijão at your local specialty shop, you can use a high-quality, full-fat cream cheese or a thick spreadable processed cheese as a substitute to maintain that signature creamy interior.
While making homemade croquettes might seem like a bit of a kitchen project, the payoff is well worth the effort. These simple, pantry-friendly ingredients come together to create a crowd-pleasing appetizer that disappears from the platter in seconds. Follow these steps to master the technique for the perfect croquette.
Note: If you cannot find authentic Brazilian requeijão at your local specialty shop, you can use a high-quality, full-fat cream cheese or a thick spreadable processed cheese as a substitute to maintain that signature creamy interior.
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