Potato Ham and Piquillo Pepper Croquetas

Indulge in the irresistible fusion of creamy mashed potatoes, savory diced ham, and smoky-sweet piquillo peppers with these golden-crisp Potato Ham and Piquillo Pepper Croquetas. Perfectly seasoned and enriched with grated Parmesan, these bite-sized delights are expertly breaded and fried to achieve a crunchy exterior that gives way to a velvety, flavor-packed center. Easy to prepare with a simple breading technique and quick frying time, these croquetas are ideal for parties, tapas nights, or a satisfying snack. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines Spanish-inspired flavors with classic comfort food appeal.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 medium Russet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 cup Diced cooked ham
• 1 cup Chopped piquillo peppers
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the russet potatoes into evenly sized chunks.

Step 2

In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain well.

Step 3

Mash the potatoes in a large bowl until smooth, then mix in the unsalted butter and milk.

Step 4

Stir in the diced cooked ham, chopped piquillo peppers, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix until well-combined and let the mixture cool completely.

Step 5

Using your hands, shape the potato mixture into small oval or cylindrical croquetas about 2 inches long.

Step 6

Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with the all-purpose flour, one with the beaten eggs, and one with the breadcrumbs.

Step 7

Coat each croqueta first in flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally roll it in breadcrumbs, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Step 8

In a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

Step 9

Fry the croquetas in batches, about 3-4 minutes per batch, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy. Do not overcrowd the skillet.

Step 10

Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried croquetas to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 11

Serve the croquetas warm with your favorite dipping sauce, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2361.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	9520.4

Total Fat 909.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 153.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 537.6g
Cholesterol 780.7mg	0%
Sodium 9308.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 306.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 32.9g
Protein 131.9g	0%

Vitamin D 136.0IU	0%
Calcium 775.1mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 4359.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 12.3%