Low Carb Classic Potato and Ham Croquettes
Transform your comfort food favorites with these Low Carb Classic Potato and Ham Croquettes—a lighter twist on the beloved croquettes without sacrificing flavor. Crafted with reduced-carb potatoes, savory cooked ham, almond flour, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, these crispy bites are golden on the outside and irresistibly creamy inside. Balanced with aromatic parsley and garlic, these croquettes are perfect for a low-carb appetizer, snack, or side dish. Ready in under an hour, the recipe features a simple mash, mix, and pan-frying technique, making it a breeze to prepare. Serve them warm with a garnish of fresh parsley for a crowd-pleasing treat that is low on carbs but big on taste! Perfect for keto enthusiasts and anyone seeking a healthier alternative to classic croquettes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Reduced-carb potatoes
- 150 grams Cooked ham
- 120 grams Almond flour
- 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 Large eggs
- 30 grams Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 clove Minced garlic
Instructions
Peel and cut the reduced-carb potatoes into small, uniform pieces. Place them in a pot of boiling salted water and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the unsalted butter, and mash the potatoes until smooth. Allow them to cool slightly.
Dice the cooked ham into small cubes.
In a large bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, diced ham, almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Add one egg to the potato mixture and incorporate thoroughly.
Shape the potato mixture into small, cylindrical croquettes, approximately 2 inches in length and 1 inch in diameter.
Beat the remaining egg in a shallow bowl. Roll each croquette in the beaten egg, ensuring it is fully coated.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Carefully place the croquettes in the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd, and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
Remove the croquettes from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Serve the croquettes warm, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1911 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.0 g | 188% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.3 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 578 mg | 193% | |
| Sodium | 5396 mg | 235% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.7 g | 67% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 97.5 g | 195% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 924 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1726 mg | 37% | |
*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.
