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Potato Croquettes

Small breadcrumb-coated potato croquettes with butter, Parmesan and a hint of nutmeg.

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  1. Step 1

    Gather the ingredients: 300 g potatoes; 30 g butter; 20 g finely grated Parmesan; 2 egg yolks; 1 teaspoon sugar; A little grated nutmeg; Salt to taste; A little flour for shaping; 1 egg, beaten, for coating; About 60 g dry breadcrumbs; Oil for frying.

  2. Step 2

    Peel the potatoes and quarter large ones. Boil in salted water until tender. Drain thoroughly and press through a potato ricer or sieve while hot.

  3. Step 3

    Mix in the butter, Parmesan, yolks, sugar and nutmeg. Spread in a shallow dish and cool promptly until firm enough to handle; refrigerate if preparing ahead.

  4. Step 4

    Divide into 10 to 12 portions. On a lightly floured surface, shape each into a small spool or short cylinder. Dip individually in the beaten egg, then cover with breadcrumbs.

  5. Step 5

    Heat a safe depth of oil in a heavy pan, leaving ample headroom. Fry in batches at approximately 175°C, turning carefully, until evenly golden and the centre of a test croquette reaches 74°C. Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot.

  6. Step 6

    You can fry these croquettes in lard instead of oil, using the same cooking method.

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