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Portuguese Shrimp Croquettes

Delicious Portuguese Shrimp Croquettes for Perfect Snacking

Enjoy crispy Portuguese Shrimp Croquettes packed with flavorful shrimp and creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for snacking.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 croquettes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Portuguese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Croquette Filling
  • 1 lb Shrimp fresh or frozen, tail removed
  • 2 cups Mashed Potatoes can use sweet potatoes
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Herbs e.g., parsley, cilantro
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Bread Crumbs can use panko
  • 1 large Egg beaten

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the shrimp by cooking in boiling water for about 3-5 minutes until pink and opaque, then chop finely.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped shrimp, mashed potatoes, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth.
  3. Shape the mixture into small cylinders or balls about the size of a golf ball. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Coat the croquettes by dipping in beaten egg and rolling in breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet and fry croquettes for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer fried croquettes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1croquetteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a dipping sauce, like garlic aioli or spicy remoulade. Perfect as an appetizer or snack.

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