How to Make Potato Croquettes - A Step-by-Step Guide

Potato croquettes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main course. They consist of mashed potatoes mixed with various seasonings, formed into small balls or cylinders, and then fried until they are crispy and golden brown on the outside. The creamy, fluffy interior of the croquettes makes them a perfect comfort food that is loved by both kids and adults alike.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups mashed potatoes
  • ½ cup grated Romano cheese
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 2 tablespoons imitation bacon bits
  • 1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup Italian-style dried bread crumbs
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for deep frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes, cheese, eggs, parsley, bacon bits, onion flakes, salt, and pepper. Form mixture into patties, then dredge patties in bread crumbs.
  • Pour oil 1/2-inch deep in a large, heavy skillet. Heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Fry patties in hot oil, flipping to fry them on both sides until they are golden brown. Serve hot.
  • Nutrition

    660 cal.

    • Total Fat: 40g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 111mg
    • Sodium: 1506mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 58g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 24mg
    • Calcium: 287mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 840mg