Take something amazing (mashed potatoes) and make them even better!
This recipe takes a popular dishmashed potatoesand turns it into classic potato croquettes.
They’re the ideal appetizer, especially when served with a simple sour cream dip.
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What Is a Croquette?
The word croquette is derived from the French word croquer, meaning to crunch.
Theyre generally served as an appetizer or snack food.
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Egg yolks and grated Parmesan cheese add flavor to the mashed potatoes and make things that much easier.
Add 2 tablespoons salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once boiling, cook until fork tender, about 10 minutes.
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Drain and transfer back to the pot you cooked them in and set on the stove over medium heat.
Let any excess water cook off, shaking the pot a few times.
If you have a potato ricer, rice the hot potatoes into a large bowl.
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Add the butter and pepper.
Use a spatula to gently mix until the butter is melted.
Set aside until room temperature, about 1 hour.
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Once the mashed potatoes are at room temperature, add the Parmesan cheese, egg yolks, and chives.
Use a spatula to mix just until combined.
Place on a baking sheet and continue until the mixture is used up.
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Tip
If the mixture is sticking to your hands, lightly wet your hands with water.
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with paper towels.
Add enough oil to a medium saucepan so that its at least 2 inches deep.
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see to it the oil does not come more than halfway up the sides of the pot.
Heat over medium heat to exactly 350F while you bread the first batch of croquettes.
Ensure that the oil is 350F before frying each batch.
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Meanwhile, add the fine breadcrumbs to a plate.
Add the egg whites to a small bowl, whisking until well combined.
Dip one croquette at a time into the egg whites, then into the breadcrumbs, turning to coat.
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Set back on the baking sheet and repeat until 1/4 of the croquettes are breaded and ready to fry.
Breading the croquettes in batches as you fry helps to prevent any blow-outs.
Carefully add a few croquettes to the hot oil (you will need to cook them in batches).
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Fry until theyre golden brown all over, about 3 minutes.
Use tongs or a spider to move them around gently as they cook to ensure even browning.
Transfer the fried croquettes to the prepared baking sheet.
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Sprinkle lightly with salt.
Repeat breading the croquettes and frying them in batches until all the croquettes are fried.
Serve immediately as is or with a simple dip.
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