Roasted Croatian Potato Croquettes
A delicious twist on classic potato croquettes, featuring Croatian potatoes roasted to perfection. Serve as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
- ●3 large Croatian potatoesLook for high-quality, waxy potatoes for the best results
- ●2 cloves Gently roasted garlicUse roasted garlic for a deeper flavor
- ●1/2 cup Roast beef brothCan be substituted with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
- ●1/2 cup All-purpose flourOptional, for dusting croquettes before frying
- ●1 large EggOptional, for binding croquettes together
- ●1/4 cup BreadcrumbsOptional, for coating croquettes before frying
- ●1/4 cup Grated cheddar cheeseOptional, for added flavor
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Boil the Croatian potatoes until tender, then drain and mash.
- 3
Add the gently roasted garlic, roast beef broth, and a pinch of salt and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix well.
- 4
Transfer the potato mixture to a bowl and let cool to room temperature.
- 5
Once cooled, use your hands to shape the potato mixture into small patties.
- 6
If desired, dust the patties with flour, then dip in beaten egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- 7
Place the coated patties on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 8
Heat about 1/2 inch (1 cm) of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 9
When the oil is hot, add a few of the patties to the skillet and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 10
Transfer the fried patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 11
Serve the croquettes hot, garnished with grated cheddar cheese if desired.