Składniki
Method
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush or spray it with 1 tbsp oil.
- Place the potatoes in a pot, cover with cold salted water, bring to a boil, and cook for 15 to 18 minutes until very tender.
- Drain the potatoes well, let them steam dry for 3 to 5 minutes, then mash or press through a ricer until smooth.
- While the potatoes are still warm, add the shredded cheese, 1 beaten egg, salt, pepper, and chopped herbs, and mix until well combined.
- Stir in 2 to 3 tbsp of the breadcrumbs just until the mixture holds together and pulls slightly away from the sides of the bowl. Do not overadd.
- Place the remaining breadcrumbs in a shallow dish and the coating egg in another shallow dish.
- With slightly damp hands, shape the potato mixture into small oval croquettes, about the size of a large thumb, making about 16 pieces.
- Dip each croquette in the beaten egg, letting excess drip off, then roll in breadcrumbs, pressing gently so the coating adheres evenly.
- Arrange the coated croquettes on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one. Lightly drizzle or spray with the remaining 1 tbsp oil.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, then gently turn each croquette with a spatula. Continue baking for another 10 to 13 minutes, until golden and crisp on all sides.
- Let the croquettes cool on the sheet for 3 to 5 minutes to set the cheese inside, then serve warm with your favorite yogurt or tomato sauce.
Uwagi
- Use starchy potatoes such as russet or similar for a fluffy, cohesive texture.
- If the mixture feels too soft to shape, chill it for 20 minutes or add 1 to 2 extra tablespoons of breadcrumbs.
- For a fully vegan version, use vegan cheese and a flax egg in the mixture; for coating, use plant based milk instead of egg and press crumbs on firmly.
- Formed, uncooked croquettes can be chilled for up to 24 hours before baking, well covered, for easier entertaining.
- If the mixture feels too soft to shape, chill it for 20 minutes or add 1 to 2 extra tablespoons of breadcrumbs.
- For a fully vegan version, use vegan cheese and a flax egg in the mixture; for coating, use plant based milk instead of egg and press crumbs on firmly.
- Formed, uncooked croquettes can be chilled for up to 24 hours before baking, well covered, for easier entertaining.
