Description
These authentic Portuguese Shrimp Croquettes are crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, filled with tender shrimp and mashed potatoes. A delightful taste of Portugal for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, finely chopped
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- In a bowl, combine the cooked shrimp, mashed potatoes, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir in the onion and garlic mixture.
- Shape the shrimp mixture into small croquettes, about 2 inches long.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each croquette first in flour, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the croquettes in batches until golden brown and heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
- Remove croquettes with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve your Portuguese shrimp croquettes hot.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- You can make the croquette mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it.
- Ensure the oil is at the correct temperature for crispy croquettes.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 croquettes
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg