Spanish Squid Croquettes
Crispy Spanish-style croquettes filled with tender squid, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound Squid tubescut into 1-inch pieces
- ●2 Baby potatoesboiled and diced
- ●1/4 cup Spanish olive oil
- ●1 cup Crispy breadcrumbs
- ●1 Egg
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Black pepper
- ●2 cloves Garlicminced
- ●1/4 cup Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine squid, potatoes, olive oil, egg, salt, black pepper, and garlic. Mix well.
- 2
Add breadcrumbs to the bowl and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- 3
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 4
When ready to fry, heat about 1-2 inches of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 5
Using a spoon, drop small balls of the squid mixture into the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the skillet.
- 6
Fry the croquettes for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- 7
Remove the croquettes from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 8
Serve the croquettes hot, garnished with chopped parsley.
- 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
- 10
Note: If you want to bake the croquettes instead of frying, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.