Croquetas De Jamón Recipe

Inspired by Tapas 177

Time1h

Serves4

Ham croquettes served with aioli.

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Ingredients

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Croquetas de jamón

7.05 oz (200 g) ham, finely chopped

1 medium Onion, finely chopped

1 3/4 oz (50 g) Butter

3 1/2 oz (100 g) 00 bread flour

1.06 cup (250 ml) Milk

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1 tsp black pepper

1 pinch nutmeg

2 large eggs, beaten

5.29 oz (150 g) breadcrumbs

2 1/8 cup (500 ml) oil, for frying

Method

Preparation

Make the filling

In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent. Stir in the finely chopped ham and cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Create the bechamel

Sprinkle the flour over the onion and ham mixture, stirring continuously for about 2 minutes to cook the flour. Gradually add the milk while stirring to avoid lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.

Cool the mixture

Remove the skillet from heat and let the mixture cool. Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.

Form the croquettes

Once the mixture is firm, take small portions and shape them into cylinders or balls. Dip each croquette into the beaten eggs, then roll in breadcrumbs to coat evenly.

Fry the croquettes

In a deep frying pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Fry the croquettes in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Serve

Serve the croquetas de jamón hot with aioli on the side.