Beef Croquette
Crispy on the outside and irresistibly savory on the inside, these homemade Beef Croquettes are the perfect appetizer or snack to satisfy a craving for comfort food. Made with seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, and garlic, the filling is bound together with a velvety roux infused with hints of nutmeg and parsley. Each croquette is hand-formed, then coated in a golden breadcrumb crust for an extra crunch that seals in the tender, flavorful filling. Quick to prepare and fried to perfection, these delectable beef bites pair wonderfully with a zesty dipping sauce or a simple garnish of fresh parsley. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a treat, these croquettes will disappear in no time! Keywords: beef croquettes, crispy appetizer, savory snack, breaded and fried, party recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 2 finely minced Garlic cloves
- 30 grams Butter
- 30 grams All-purpose flour
- 200 milliliters Milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Parsley
- 100 grams, for coating Flour
- 2 large, beaten Eggs
- 200 grams Breadcrumbs
- 500 milliliters, for frying Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the cooked beef and stir until it is well mixed. Gradually add the milk, stirring continuously to form a thick sauce.
Season the beef mixture with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Stir in the chopped parsley, then remove the skillet from the heat and let it cool completely.
Once the beef mixture has cooled, form it into small logs or oval shapes using about 2 tablespoons of mixture per croquette.
Prepare a coating station with three shallow bowls: one with the flour, one with the beaten eggs, and one with the breadcrumbs.
Roll each beef croquette first in the flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs, ensuring each is thoroughly covered.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 180°C (350°F). Carefully fry the croquettes in batches for 3-4 minutes each, or until they are crisp and golden brown.
Use a slotted spoon to remove the croquettes from the oil and drain them on paper towels. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3796 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 233.2 g | 299% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.7 g | 354% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 60.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 815 mg | 272% | |
| Sodium | 6298 mg | 274% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 301.0 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 141.8 g | 284% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 588 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 29.0 mg | 161% | |
| Potassium | 2153 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
