Description
Indulge in the crispy, golden goodness of the Best Potato Croquettes Recipe. These delightful bites are a perfect blend of creamy mashed potatoes and savory cheeses, all encased in a crunchy Panko breadcrumb coating. Ideal for any occasion—from casual family gatherings to festive celebrations—these croquettes are sure to impress. Serve them as appetizers with your favorite dips or as an enticing side dish that complements your main course. With their versatile nature, you can easily customize the filling to suit your taste. Prepare them ahead of time and freeze for a quick snack whenever cravings strike!
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 ounces provolone cheese
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 slices thick-cut turkey bacon
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup parsley
- unsalted butter
- garlic powder
- sea salt
- black pepper
- whole milk
- vegetable oil
Instructions
- Boil peeled and cubed Russet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 20 minutes). Drain well.
- Mash the potatoes with unsalted butter, garlic powder, whole milk, sea salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Stir in provolone cheese, sharp cheddar cheese, crumbled turkey bacon, chopped parsley, and one beaten egg until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls or ovals; coat each ball in flour, then beaten eggs, followed by Panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer over medium heat. Fry croquettes in batches until golden brown (about 5 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croquette (45g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Chill formed croquettes for at least 30 minutes before frying to help maintain their shape. Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or add herbs for extra flavor.