Homemade Meat Croquettes
Golden and crispy on the outside, juicy and flavorful on the inside — these homemade meat croquettes make a crowd-pleasing appetizer or snack. Seasoned with garlic, hot paprika, and fresh black pepper for an irresistible bite.
🛒 Ingredients
4 servings
- 600 g ground beef
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp hot paprika
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 6 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- Breadcrumbs for coating
- Oil for frying
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Directions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened and lightly golden.
- 2
Add the ground beef, hot paprika, black pepper, and salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the meat is browned and all the flavors are well combined.
- 3
Remove from heat and stir in the flour and lightly beaten eggs. Mix vigorously until a smooth, compact dough forms that pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- 4
Allow the mixture to cool for 15–20 minutes at room temperature until firm enough to shape by hand.
- 5
With lightly moistened hands, shape the dough into small oblong or round croquettes. Coat each one in flour, then beaten egg, then breadcrumbs.
- 6
Fry in hot oil until evenly golden and crisp on all sides. Drain on paper towels and serve immediately.
💡 Chef's Tip
For extra crunch, double-coat your croquettes by repeating the egg and breadcrumb steps. The filling can be made a day ahead and stored covered in the fridge.
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