How to Make Crispy and Creamy Italian Croquettes

Parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated Pecorino Romano

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats provide a gluten-free option while maintaining texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is healthier.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal acts as a binding agent, suitable for vegans.

Prepare mashed potatoes in advance.

In a large bowl, combine mashed potatoes with 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, and diced green onions.

Chop and add 1 cup of diced mozzarella cheese and diced salami to the mixture.

Mix everything together until well combined.

Add a small amount of bread crumbs to tighten the mixture and mix again.

Form the mixture into small croquettes.

Heat oil in a deep skillet and fry the croquettes until golden brown and crispy.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens