Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of homemade potato croquettes, where each bite reveals a creamy and savory center. These golden treats are incredibly versatile, making them perfect for snacking, as appetizers at gatherings, or alongside your favorite meals. With a combination of rich cheeses and fresh herbs, this recipe is an easy favorite that will impress family and friends alike. Plus, you can prepare them ahead of time and freeze for quick cooking whenever cravings strike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 ounces provolone cheese (cubed)
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese (cubed)
- 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 6 slices turkey bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 3 large eggs (lightly beaten)
- ¼ cup freshly chopped parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Boil peeled and cubed Russet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
- Mash potatoes until smooth; mix in butter, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and milk until well combined.
- Stir in eggs, parsley, turkey bacon, provolone cheese, and cheddar cheese until fully incorporated.
- Shape mixture into oval or patty forms; coat each in flour, then beaten egg, and finally Panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to medium heat; fry croquettes in batches until golden brown on all sides (about 4–5 minutes).
- Serve warm with your choice of dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg