Make Kroketten - Dutch Croquettes🇳🇱

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko provides a lighter texture, while crushed crackers are often cheaper.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and chicken broth is often less expensive.

Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in flour to create a roux, cooking for 2-3 minutes until lightly golden.

Gradually whisk in beef broth, stirring continuously until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

Add shredded beef, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper; mix well.

Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely.

Once cooled, shape the mixture into small cylinders or balls.

Dip each kroket in beaten eggs, then roll in breadcrumbs to coat.

Heat oil in a deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Fry kroketten in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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