Potato Croquettes

1h 20m
Serves 12
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Directions

  1. 1Boil russet potatoes until a fork or knife easily pierces them.
  2. 2Drain and let cool for 20-30 minutes.
  3. 3Mash potatoes, then add one whole egg, two egg yolks, two teaspoons of salt, black pepper, half a cup of fresh parsley, two tablespoons of minced garlic, a quarter cup of flour, and one cup of grated parmesan cheese.
  4. 4Mix by hand or with a food processor, but do not overwork.
  5. 5Form the mixture into balls, cylinders or flatten them.
  6. 6Place a cube of mozzarella in the center of each piece of the mixture.
  7. 7Close the mixture around the cheese.
  8. 8Refrigerate for one or two hours.
  9. 9Deep fry at 340 degrees Fahrenheit until golden brown.
  10. 10Serve with some grated cheese and a side salad.

Ingredients

  • 4 russet potatoes
  • 1 whole egg
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 0.5 black pepper
  • 0.5 cup fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 0.25 cup flour
  • 1 cup grated parmigiano reggiano
  • 1 cubed mozzarella cheese

Equipment

potcolanderbowlgraterfood processor (optional)frying basketdeep fryer