Vegetable Croquette with Herb Garnish
Golden, crispy croquettes filled with a creamy vegetable mixture, served with a fresh herb and red onion garnish. A satisfying vegetarian main or side that's perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 280
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
- 2 large potatoes
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup flour
- ½ medium red onion
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (parsley, chives)
- 1 pinch salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Boil the 2 large potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
- 2
Mix the mashed potatoes with 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables and season with salt and pepper. Shape into 4 oval croquettes.
- 3
Set up a breading station: 0.5 cup flour in one bowl, 1 beaten egg in another, and 1 cup breadcrumbs in a third.
- 4
Coat each croquette in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Press gently to adhere.
- 5
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the croquettes until golden brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes total.
- 6
Slice 0.5 red onion thinly and chop 0.25 cup fresh herbs. Sprinkle over the croquettes before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- Large pot
- Mixing bowl
- Skillet
- Three shallow bowls for breading
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