How To Make Croquetas de Jamón | Spanish Ham Croquettes

ham

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: cooked chicken

Turkey ham reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk is lower in calories, while the cornstarch adds creaminess.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine is more affordable.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: panko breadcrumbs

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

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

Warm up the milk and cream at low heat.

Cut onions into small cubes.

Cut the jamon into thin pieces.

Once the milk is almost boiling, add the jamon and turn off the heat to let it infuse.

Cook the onions in olive oil and butter for at least 15 minutes to remove moisture.

Add flour to the onion mixture and cook for 5-10 minutes until toasted.

Add warm milk and jamon mixture to the flour and onion, stirring with a spatula.

Add two egg yolks to the mixture for extra richness.

Season the bechamel and let it cook for at least 15-20 minutes.

Transfer the mixture to a container, cover with plastic wrap, and chill in the fridge for at least 12 hours.

Prepare a station with eggs and breadcrumbs for coating the croquetas.

Shape the croquetas using two spoons and dip them in the egg before coating with breadcrumbs.

Let the coated croquetas chill for a few minutes before frying.

Fry the croquetas in hot oil until golden brown.

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