Crispy Beef Kroket: Golden-Fried Potato & Beef Croquettes

Ingredients:

Instructions:

Prepare the Beef Filling:
- Heat a pan over medium heat and add a little oil. Sauté the chopped onion until fragrant.
- Add the minced beef and cook until browned.
- Season the mixture with salt, sugar, pepper, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sweet soy sauce. Stir well.
- Pour in the water and let it simmer until the liquid reduces and the mixture thickens. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Prepare the Potato Mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes with powdered milk and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Add a pinch of salt and sugar.
- Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well combined.
Combine and Shape:
- Incorporate the beef filling into the potato mixture. Mix until evenly distributed.
- Shape the mixture into small, oval-shaped croquettes.
Coat the Croquettes:
- Prepare a breading station with three bowls: one with all-purpose flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each croquette in the flour, dip into the beaten eggs, and then coat with breadcrumbs. For a thicker, crispier coating, repeat the coating process.
Chill and Fry:
- Place the breaded croquettes on a tray or plate and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan over medium heat.
- Fry the croquettes in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
Serve:
- Drain the fried croquettes on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy!

Tips:

For an extra crispy texture, ensure that the oil is sufficiently hot before frying.
You can freeze the uncooked croquettes for later use. Just fry them straight from the freezer, adding a minute or two to the cooking time.

Enjoy your homemade Beef Kroket, and may your culinary journey be filled with delightful flavors!