Cheesy Potato Croquettes
These delicious potato croquettes are crispy on the outside and filled with gooey melted cheese on the inside. They are bursting with savory flavors and make a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion.
- Prep time
- 15 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 10 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 500 g Potatoes (boiled and mashed)
- 100 g Cheddar Cheese (grated)
- 50 g Breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp Plain Flour
- 1 Egg (beaten)
- Salt (to taste)
- Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes and grated cheddar cheese. Mix well.
- 2
Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
- 3
Take small portions of the potato mixture and shape them into croquette shapes.
- 4
Place the plain flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs into three separate shallow bowls.
- 5
Dip each croquette first into the plain flour, then into the beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs, ensuring each croquette is evenly coated.
- 6
Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- 7
Fry the croquettes in batches until they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 8
Once cooked, remove the croquettes from the oil and drain on kitchen paper to remove excess oil.
- 9
Serve hot and enjoy your cheesy potato croquettes!