Potato Croquettes

Crispy, golden-brown potato croquettes filled with melted mozzarella and parmesan cheese. These savory bites combine creamy mashed potatoes with herbs and a crunchy breadcrumb coating for the perfect appetizer or side dish.

8 servings
1 hr 55 min

Ingredients

  • 6 medium russet potatoes
  • ½ pound mozzarella
  • ¼ cup parmesan
  • 1 tablespoon onion salt
  • ¼ cup parsley
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • cups olive oil

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Generously cover potatoes with salted cold water (2 teaspoon for 4 quarts) in a large pot, then simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain potatoes and chill in a large bowl until cool, about 45 minutes.

    60 min

  2. 2.

    Mash potatoes, then stir in cheeses, onion salt, parsley, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and salt to taste. Stir in 1 egg.

    10 min

  3. 3.

    Form potato mixture into 24 oblong croquettes (about a scant 1/4 cup each). Lightly beat remaining 2 eggs in a shallow bowl and put bread crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip 1 croquette into egg, letting excess drip off, then roll in bread crumbs to coat. Transfer to a parchment-paper-lined baking sheet. Repeat with remaining croquettes.

    20 min

  4. 4.

    Heat 1/2 inch oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Fry croquettes in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes per batch. Transfer to paper towels to drain. Serve immediately.

    25 min

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