Description
Enjoy these crispy, golden Portuguese Shrimp Croquettes, a delightful blend of tender shrimp and creamy mashed potatoes, perfect as an appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked shrimp, finely chopped
- 2 cups mashed potatoes
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the chopped shrimp, mashed potatoes, chopped onion, parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Shape the mixture into small croquette shapes.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each croquette first in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat about 2-3 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully fry the croquettes in batches, without overcrowding the pan, for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and heated through.
- Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot as a delicious Portuguese shrimp appetizer.
Notes
- For best results, ensure your mashed potatoes are firm, not too wet.
- You can prepare the croquettes ahead of time and refrigerate them before frying.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 croquettes
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg