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Spicy Garlic Beef Croquettes with Crispy Golden Crust Recipe

Spicy Garlic Beef Croquettes with Crispy Golden Crust Recipe

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These Spicy Garlic Beef Croquettes with a crispy golden crust are a flavor-packed appetizer perfect for any gathering. The combination of savory ground beef, creamy mashed potatoes, and aromatic spices creates a tantalizing bite that will impress your guests.

Ingredients

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For the Beef Mixture:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

For the Croquettes:

  • 1 cup mashed potatoes
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • 1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until soft. Add ground beef, cook until browned, then season with soy sauce, paprika, cayenne, black pepper, and salt.
  2. Mix Croquette Ingredients: Combine beef mixture with mashed potatoes and parsley until well mixed.
  3. Shape Croquettes: Form oval croquettes from the mixture.
  4. Dredge Croquettes: Roll croquettes in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat in breadcrumbs.
  5. Fry Croquettes: Fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Drain and Serve: Drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

  • Enhance flavor with chili flakes
  • Croquettes can be frozen before frying and reheated in the oven

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