Spanish Galician Croquettes with Iberico Jamon
A Spanish-inspired snack featuring crispy croquettes filled with pillowy Iberico jamon.
Ingredients
- ● 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ● 1/4 cup olive oil
- ● 1/2 cup roasted galician jamon, finely chopped
- ● 1/2 cup grated cheese (manchego or parmesan)
- ● 1 egg
- ● 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- ● 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ● Salt and pepper to taste
- ● 1/2 cup iberico jamon, finely chopped
- ● 1/4 cup chopped roasted red pepper
Instructions
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1. Preheat the oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (180°C).
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2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
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3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and a pinch of salt.
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4. Add the chopped galician jamon, grated cheese, parsley, and chopped iberico jamon to the egg mixture. Mix well.
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5. Using a spoon, drop the egg mixture into the flour mixture, coating the croquettes evenly.
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6. When the oil is hot, add a few croquettes to the pan (do not overcrowd). Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
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7. Using a slotted spoon, remove the croquettes from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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8. Repeat the frying process with the remaining croquettes.
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9. Serve the croquettes hot with a side of your favorite dipping sauce.
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10. Enjoy your crispy Spanish Galician croquettes!