How to make - Croquetas de Jamón (video)

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey ham is lower in fat while chicken is more economical.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is often cheaper.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk is dairy-free, while a cornstarch mix can lower costs.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: panko

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Panko provides a lighter texture, while crushed crackers can be cheaper.

Prepare the filling by melting butter in a skillet and sautéing the diced onion until translucent.

Add garlic powder and chicken powder to the skillet and stir.

In a bowl, combine cooked ham, sautéed onion mixture, milk, and plain flour to create a béchamel sauce, stirring until smooth and creamy.

Allow the mixture to cool and then form it into small balls or patties.

Prepare a coating station with beaten eggs, breadcrumbs, and additional plain flour.

Dip each croquette into the flour, then the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.

Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Fry the croquettes until golden brown on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

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