potato cheese croquettes | crispy potato croquettes recipe | quick and simple | party snack

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and adds a distinct flavor.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko crumbs

💰Cheaper: homemade bread crumbs

Panko crumbs provide a lighter texture.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

Boil potatoes until fork-tender, about 20 minutes.

Drain potatoes and let cool slightly before peeling.

Mash the potatoes in a large bowl until smooth.

Add cheese and seasonings to the mashed potatoes; mix until well combined.

Form the mixture into small balls or patties.

Dredge each croquette in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

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

Remove croquettes and drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

Serve warm.

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