Vegetarian Beef Croquette

Indulge in the irresistible crunch and savory goodness of Vegetarian Beef Croquettes, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food. These golden-brown delights feature a flavorful filling made from vegetarian beef crumbles, hearty mushrooms, and grated carrots, perfectly seasoned with soy sauce, nutmeg, and fresh parsley. Wrapped in a crispy breadcrumb coating, each croquette is pan-fried to perfection, delivering a satisfying bite that’s both crispy and tender. Ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, snack, or side dish, these croquettes are a must-try for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. With an easy-to-follow preparation process and simple ingredients, you’ll have a delectable dish ready to impress in under an hour. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a truly crave-worthy experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 200 grams, finely chopped mushrooms
• 1 medium, grated carrot
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 300 grams vegetarian beef crumbles
• 50 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 milliliters milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 100 grams, for coating all-purpose flour
• 2 large, beaten eggs
• 150 grams breadcrumbs
• 500 milliliters, for frying vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the chopped mushrooms and grated carrot, cook until the mushrooms are tender and most of the moisture has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Add soy sauce and tomato paste, mixing well to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the vegetarian beef crumbles, cooking until they are heated through.

Step 6

Sprinkle 50 grams of flour over the mixture and stir until the flour is fully incorporated.

Step 7

Gradually pour in the milk, stirring constantly to form a thick, cohesive filling.

Step 8

Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg. Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, then remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.

Step 9

Once cooled, shape the mixture into small logs or balls, about 2 inches long.

Step 10

Prepare a breading station with flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in a second bowl, and breadcrumbs in a third bowl.

Step 11

Coat each croquette first in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally roll in breadcrumbs to fully coat.

Step 12

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).

Step 13

Fry the croquettes in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the fryer, until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Step 14

Remove from oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 15

Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1431.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3052.3

Total Fat 162.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 66.1g
Cholesterol 381.3mg	0%
Sodium 7518.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 306.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.8g
Protein 118.3g	0%

Vitamin D 127.4IU	0%
Calcium 565.3mg	0%
Iron 28.5mg	0%
Potassium 2861.1mg	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: 46.3%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 38.8%