Tuna Olive Croquettes
Crispy on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside, Tuna Olive Croquettes are a Mediterranean-inspired delight perfect for appetizers, snacks, or party platters. This recipe blends flaky canned tuna with velvety mashed potatoes, briny green olives, and fresh parsley to create a harmonious balance of flavors. Each croquette is coated in a golden, crunchy breadcrumb crust after a simple breading process. A quick fry in hot oil transforms them into perfectly crisp morsels that pair beautifully with a creamy dipping sauce or zesty salad. Ready in under an hour, these savory croquettes are a surefire hit for any occasion! Keywords: Tuna Olive Croquettes, Mediterranean-inspired appetizers, crispy golden croquettes, party snacks, easy fried recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams canned tuna
- 500 grams potatoes
- 50 grams green olives (pitted and finely chopped)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (finely chopped)
- 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
- 50 grams all-purpose flour
- 100 grams breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 500 milliliters vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes, chop them into chunks, and boil them in salted water for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and mash them until smooth. Let them cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, flake the canned tuna with a fork. Add the mashed potatoes, chopped green olives, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Shape the mixture into small oval croquettes, about 2 tablespoons each, and set them aside on a tray.
Prepare a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with the beaten egg mixed with milk, and one with breadcrumbs.
Dredge each croquette in the flour, then dip it into the egg mixture, and coat it evenly with breadcrumbs. Repeat until all croquettes are breaded.
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). If you don't have a thermometer, test the oil by dropping in a small piece of bread—it should sizzle and turn golden in about 15 seconds.
Fry the croquettes in batches, turning occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Do not overcrowd the pan.
Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve the Tuna Olive Croquettes warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.7 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 1030 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 663 mg | 14% | |
*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.
