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Receta de croquetas de pollo de Güela Pepi

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Croquetas de Pollo

Cultural Context

Originating from Spain, croquetas de pollo are a beloved tapas dish, often served in bars and restaurants. They showcase the Spanish tradition of using leftover chicken, transformed into a creamy filling, coated in breadcrumbs, and fried to golden perfection. Today, they are enjoyed worldwide, with various fillings, including ham and cheese, making them a versatile favorite.

SpanishESappetizer
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
80 gr mantequilla
170 gr de harina todo uso
1 litro de leche
180 gr de cebolleta tierna
3 cucharadas de aceite de oliva
300 gr pechuga de pollo
caldo de pollo
pan rallado
huevos

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko gives a lighter texture.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Turkey is leaner, canned chicken is more affordable.

1

Derrite la mantequilla en una sartén.

2

Agrega la cebolleta tierna picada y sofríe hasta que esté tierna.

3

Incorpora la harina y mezcla bien para formar un roux.

4

Añade poco a poco la leche, removiendo constantemente para evitar grumos.

5

Agrega el caldo de pollo y mezcla bien.

6

Cocina la mezcla hasta que espese.

7

Incorpora el pollo cocido y desmenuzado a la mezcla.

8

Deja enfriar la mezcla.

9

Forma las croquetas con la mezcla enfriada.

10

Pasa las croquetas por huevo batido y pan rallado.

11

Fríe las croquetas en abundante aceite de oliva caliente hasta que estén doradas.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingfryingmixing

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

dairyglutenegg

Also Known As

Chicken CroquettesCroquetas de PolloCroquettes de Poulet
Local Name: Croquetas de Pollo

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