Golden Potato Croquettes 🌿🥔

 

Here’s a beautifully written recipe inspired by what’s shown in the image — crisp, golden Potato Croquettes with a soft, herb-flecked center.

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Golden Potato Croquettes 🌿🥔

These little croquettes are comfort in their most elegant form: delicately crisp on the outside, impossibly soft within, and perfumed with herbs and gentle spice. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or a side that disappears faster than you expect.

Ingredients

For the filling

• 500 g potatoes, peeled and boiled until tender
• 2 tbsp finely chopped parsley (or coriander)
• 1 small onion, finely minced
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp paprika or mild chili powder
• Salt, to taste
• 2 tbsp grated cheese (optional, but lovely)

For coating

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup breadcrumbs

For frying

• Vegetable oil, enough for shallow or deep frying

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Instructions

1. Prepare the heart
   Mash the warm potatoes until smooth and cloud-like. Fold in the onion, garlic, herbs, spices, salt, and cheese if using. Taste — this is where the magic begins.

2. Shape with care
   With lightly oiled hands, shape the mixture into small logs or ovals. Each one should fit comfortably between your fingers, like a quiet promise of crunch.

3. Dress for crispness
   Roll each croquette first in flour, then dip into beaten egg, and finally coat generously in breadcrumbs. Press gently so the crumbs adhere well.

4. Rest (optional but recommended)
   Chill the croquettes for 20–30 minutes. This helps them hold their shape and fry beautifully.

5. Fry to golden perfection
   Heat oil over medium heat. Fry the croquettes in batches, turning gently, until they are evenly golden and irresistibly crisp.

6. Drain & serve
   Lift onto paper towels and let excess oil fall away. Serve hot.

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Serving Suggestions

Pair with garlic aioli, yogurt dip, or spicy ketchup. Sprinkle with fresh herbs and a whisper of sea salt just before serving.