Sugar-Free Dutch Kroketten
Delight your taste buds with this healthier twist on a classic Dutch favorite—Sugar-Free Dutch Kroketten! These golden, crispy croquettes feature tender shredded beef enveloped in a creamy, nutmeg-infused roux, all coated in a crunchy breadcrumb crust. Perfectly seasoned with black pepper and a touch of salt, these crowd-pleasing snacks skip added sugar while retaining their rich, savory flavor. Gelatin ensures the filling achieves just the right firmness, making it easy to shape and fry to perfection. Ready in a little over an hour of active prep and cook time, plus chilling, these croquettes are ideal as an appetizer, snack, or party treat. Serve them hot and watch them disappear as guests savor each bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g beef stew meat
- 50 g unsalted butter
- 50 g flour
- 500 ml beef stock
- 3 pieces gelatin leaves
- 2 egg yolks
- 0.25 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 150 g bread crumbs
- 2 eggs
- 100 g all-purpose flour
- 1 l oil for frying
Instructions
In a large pot, add the beef stew meat and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours until the meat is tender. Once cooked, shred the meat using two forks and set aside.
In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add 50g of flour and stir continuously to form a roux. Cook for about 2 minutes but do not let it brown.
Gradually whisk in the beef stock, ensuring there are no lumps, and cook until the mixture thickens to a sauce-like consistency.
Add the shredded beef, gelatin leaves (softened in cold water and drained), egg yolks, nutmeg, salt, and ground black pepper into the sauce. Stir well to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the mixture is firm enough to shape.
Once the mixture has set, shape it into small cylinders, about 3 cm in diameter and 8 cm long.
Prepare a breading station with three bowls: one with 100g of flour, the second with whisked eggs, and the third with bread crumbs.
Roll each kroketten in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with bread crumbs.
In a deep fryer or deep saucepan, heat oil to 180°C (350°F). Fry kroketten in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
Drain on paper towels and serve hot as an appetizer or snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
11675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1147.6 g | 1471% | |
| Saturated Fat | 206.9 g | 1034% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1302 mg | 434% | |
| Sodium | 5918 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 225.7 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 201.8 g | 404% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 553 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 31.8 mg | 177% | |
| Potassium | 2529 mg | 54% | |
*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.
