Manchego Cheese Croquetas Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Potato Mixture

   Boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.

2. 2

   Combine Ingredients

   In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, grated Manchego cheese, salt, black pepper, and chopped cilantro. Mix well.

3. 3

   Form Croquetas

   Shape the mixture into small logs or balls, about 1-2 inches in size.

4. 4

   Coat the Croquetas

   Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs. Dredge each croqueta in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.

5. 5

   Fry the Croquetas

   Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Fry the croquetas in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

6. 6

   Make the Cilantro-Garlic Mayo

   In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, and chopped jalapeno to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.

7. 7

   Serve

   Serve the croquetas hot with jalapeno chutney and cilantro-garlic mayo on the side.