Looking for the perfect side to your grilled beef or chicken; then this is the recipe for you. Warm and filling, these tasty potato croquettes will bring your plate to a whole new level. Also ideal as a snack for kids, you can also make them in any form or shape.
Makes 12 to 14
Preparation and Cooking time: Approx 45 minutes
Lamb Brand Potato Mash 240g
Lamb Brand Plain Flour 50g
Lamb Brand Ground Black Pepper to taste
Lamb Brand Table Salt to taste
Butter 25g
Milk 400ml
Spring Onions 4, finely chopped
Grated Cheddar Cheese 75g
Cooked Ham 50g, chopped
Celery Stick 1, finely diced
Egg 1, beaten
Oil for frying
For the Coating:
Lamb Brand Breadcrumbs 125g
Eggs 2, beaten
Heat 400ml of milk and some salt to taste. Pour into a bowl and sprinkle contents of 2 sachets potato mash. Let it set for a few moments, then stir gently and add a knob of butter. Stir in the spring onions, cheese, ham, celery, egg and flour. Season with salt and pepper and leave to cool.
To make the coating, whisk the eggs in a bowl. Put the breadcrumbs in a separate dish. Divide mixture into about 8 pieces and shape into 2” / 5cm like sausage. Now dip each one in the egg and then in breadcrumbs. Deep fry the croquettes until golden. Drain well and put on a wire rack; pat with paper towel and serve.