Las Croquetas Españolas

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while canned tuna is more affordable.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko offers a lighter texture, while crushed crackers are budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is a cost-effective substitute.

In a saucepan, melt the butter and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.

Add the flour and stir to create a roux, cooking for a few minutes.

Gradually add the milk and cream, stirring continuously until the mixture thickens.

Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.

Incorporate the cooked and shredded chicken into the mixture, then let it cool.

Once cooled, form the mixture into small croquettes.

Dip each croquette in beaten eggs and then coat with breadcrumbs.

Fry the croquettes in hot oil until golden brown.

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