Name: Michelle Bernstein’s Croquetas Recipe
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 4 tbsp butter; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups whole milk; 1/4 cup Spanish onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup ham, finely chopped; Pinch of ground nutmeg; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 eggs, beaten; 1 cup breadcrumbs; 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Michelle Bernstein’s Croquetas Recipe

Melonie Staton Modified: April 18, 2024

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How To Make Michelle Bernstein’s Croquetas Recipe

Creamy ham croquettes made the Cuban way – a flavorful and crispy treat!

Preparation: 35 minutes

Cooking: 25 minutes

Total: 60 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 tbsp butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1/4 cup Spanish onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup ham, finely chopped
Pinch of ground nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Melt butter in a pan and stir in the flour until it forms a paste.
Gradually whisk in the milk until it forms a thick béchamel sauce.
Stir in the onion, ham, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
Let the mixture cool then form into small cylinders or balls.
Dip each into the beaten eggs then coat with breadcrumbs.
Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
Drain on paper towels then serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories : 516kcal
Total Fat : 34g
Saturated Fat : 11g
Cholesterol : 149mg
Sodium : 523mg
Total Carbohydrates : 38g
Dietary Fiber : 2g
Sugar : 6g
Protein : 13g

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