Description
These Spicy Garlic Beef Croquettes with a Crispy Golden Crust are a delectable fusion appetizer that packs a flavorful punch. Perfect for parties or as a tasty snack, these croquettes are a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
For the beef mixture:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup mashed potatoes, cooled
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
For breading and frying:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Cook the beef: In a skillet, brown the ground beef, then add onion, garlic, spices, and sauté until fragrant.
- Combine ingredients: Mix the beef with mashed potatoes, parsley, and Parmesan.
- Shape croquettes: Form small oval croquettes from the mixture.
- Bread and fry: Coat croquettes in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs, then fry until golden and crispy.
- Drain and serve: Remove from oil, drain, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra heat, add jalapeño or hot sauce to the beef mix.
- Croquettes can be frozen before frying; thaw slightly before cooking.
- Serve with garlic aioli or spicy dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 croquettes
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
