Directions
- 1Add Greek yogurt to a bowl.
- 2Add chopped Thassos or Kalamata olives to the yogurt.
- 3Grate garlic cloves into the bowl.
- 4Grate orange zest into the bowl.
- 5Chop parsley.
- 6Squeeze lemon juice into the bowl.
- 7Squeeze orange juice into the bowl.
- 8Add chopped parsley to the bowl.
- 9Add salt and pepper to taste.
- 10Mix all the ingredients for the sauce thoroughly.
- 11Transfer the sauce to a container.
- 12Refrigerate the sauce.
- 13Remove the skin from the salmon fillet.
- 14Slice the salmon into strips.
- 15Mince the salmon with a knife or chop on a large sieve.
- 16Place minced salmon into a bowl.
- 17Cut boiled sweet potatoes into small cubes.
- 18Add chopped sweet potatoes to the bowl with salmon.
- 19Grate Bulgarian cheese into the bowl.
- 20Grate Parmesan cheese into the bowl.
- 21Add salt and pepper to taste.
- 22Chop parsley.
- 23Add chopped parsley to the bowl.
- 24Mix all the ingredients for the croquettes.
- 25Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- 26Whisk eggs with a little salt.
- 27Pour oil into a pot for frying.
- 28Form balls of 45-50g from the croquette mixture.
- 29Pass the croquette balls through flour.
- 30Pass the croquette balls through beaten eggs.
- 31Pass the croquette balls through breadcrumbs.
- 32Carefully place the coated balls into the pot with hot oil.
- 33Fry until golden brown, stirring continuously.
- 34Remove fried croquettes with a skimmer and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 35Place a scoop of the yogurt sauce on a plate.
- 36Drizzle olive oil over the sauce.
- 37Arrange the salmon croquettes on top of the sauce.
- 38Garnish with sun-dried tomatoes.
- 39Serve immediately.
Ingredients
- 400 g Greek yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic
- 12 pcs Thassos or Kalamata olives
- 1 tbsp parsley
- salt
- pepper
- 350 g salmon
- 150 g boiled sweet potatoes
- 150 g Bulgarian cheese
- 60 g Parmesan cheese
- 1.5 tbsp parsley
- oil for frying
- eggs
- flour
- breadcrumbs
- 0.25 lemon
- 0.25 orange
Equipment
bowlgraterknifecutting boardpotskimmerplate
Tips
- For the croquettes, you can replace salmon with sea bass or sea bream.
- You can also add coriander, half and half, with parsley.
- Stir continuously when frying until the croquettes turn brown.
- Serve immediately for best taste.
- Keep the croquette mixture refrigerated for 30 minutes to firm up.
- Make sure to grate the garlic cloves.
- When frying, ensure the oil is not too hot before adding the balls to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Form the croquette balls to be 45-50g each for consistent cooking.
- Chop the olives and parsley finely for the sauce to blend well.
- When preparing the sauce, combine all ingredients and refrigerate for optimal flavor development.
- Ensure the sweet potatoes are boiled and cut into small cubes.
- For the sauce, use the zest and juice from both lemon and orange for a balanced citrus flavor.
- When mixing the croquette ingredients, make sure everything is well combined and minced or chopped finely for a good texture.
- Dredge the balls thoroughly in flour, eggs, and breadcrumbs to ensure a crispy crust.
- Use paper towels to drain excess oil from the fried croquettes before serving to maintain crispness and reduce greasiness.
- Drizzle olive oil over the sauce on the plate before arranging the croquettes for added richness and flavor.
- Garnish with sun-dried tomatoes for a burst of color and tangy contrast to the rich flavors of the croquettes and sauce.
- You can mince the salmon with a knife or chop it on a large sieve for the desired texture in the croquettes.
- When serving, spread the sauce evenly on the plate to provide a base for all croquettes and ensure each bite has sauce.
- Before eating, break open a croquette to see the delicious mixture of salmon and sweet potatoes.
- Enjoy the dish with friends and family, as it’s a delightful appetizer or main course.
- The chef seems to be happy with the final product, suggesting it’s a successful recipe.
- The dish is presented beautifully, indicating attention to detail in plating.
- The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is designed to be a delightful culinary experience.
- The ingredients are fresh and visible, assuring quality.
- The process is detailed enough for anyone to follow the recipe easily.
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