Crispy Beef Stuffed Potato Croquettes

Servings

4 servings (10–12 croquettes)

Total Time

45 minutes

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Ingredients

Potato Dough

• 3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed

• 2 tbsp butter

• ¼ cup milk

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

Beef Filling

• 200 g ground beef

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ¼ cup onion, finely diced

• 2 tbsp green onions, chopped

• ½ tsp soy sauce

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp paprika

Breading

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• 2 eggs, beaten

• 1 cup breadcrumbs

Frying

• Vegetable oil for deep frying

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Instructions

1. Cook the Potatoes

Boil potatoes in salted water 12–15 minutes until soft.

Drain well.

Mash with:

• butter

• milk

• salt

• pepper

Let the mashed potatoes cool completely so they hold their shape.

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2. Prepare the Beef Filling

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Cook:

• onion

• garlic

for 2 minutes.

Add ground beef and cook until browned.

Season with:

• soy sauce

• paprika

• black pepper

Stir in green onions and cook 1 more minute.

Let the filling cool.

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3. Shape the Croquettes

Take 2 tablespoons mashed potato and flatten in your palm.

Place 1 tablespoon beef filling in the center.

Wrap the potato around the filling and shape into a ball or oval.

Repeat until all croquettes are formed.

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4. Bread the Croquettes

Coat each croquette in:

1. Flour

2. Egg

3. Breadcrumbs

Press lightly so the coating sticks well.

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5. Fry Until Golden

Heat oil to 350°F / 175°C.

Fry croquettes 3–4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.

Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.

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Optional Dipping Sauces

Serve with:

• ketchup

• garlic mayo

• sweet chili sauce.

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Pro Tips

✔ Chill croquettes 15 minutes before frying to prevent breaking
✔ Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch
✔ Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying

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✅ Flavor Profile

• crispy golden crust

• creamy mashed potato

• savory beef center

Perfect for:

• party appetizers

• snack platters

• viral food reels 🔥