Easy Fish Croquettes: A Tasty Pescatarian Appetizer
45
min
406
Calories
21g
Fats
25g
Carbs
27g
Protein
Light, crispy, and packed with flavors, these fish croquettes are the perfect appetizer for any occasion. Ready in just 45 minutes, they're a delightful start to any meal.
Ingredients:
Step 1: Cook Fish and Potatoes
Start by cooking your cod in a saucepan and boiling the Yukon Gold potatoes in their skins in another pot. If you're short on time or prefer an alternative method, you can microwave the potatoes in a container with about two inches of water, adjusting the time according to your microwave's instruction booklet.
Pro Tip: Cooking the potatoes with their skins on retains more nutrients.
Step 2: Prepare Fish Mixture
Once the cod and potatoes are cooled, start preparing the mixture. Mash the potatoes and flake the cooled cod into a bowl. Incorporate the minced garlic (previously infused in warm milk to soften its bite), drained tuna, grated Parmesan, chopped parsley, a dash of salt, and add the egg and lemon zest to bind everything together. It's important to mix until evenly combined for that perfect consistency.
Pro Tip: Infusing the garlic in milk softens its sharpness, making it more palatable.
Step 3: Form and Fry Croquettes
Now for the fun part: shape the mixture into evenly sized balls. Then, give each ball a dusting of flour, dip them in beaten egg, and finally coat them in breadcrumbs. Heat the canola oil to 325 degrees F and fry the croquettes until they reach a delicious golden brown. Once done, place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil. This method ensures a crispy exterior with a tender, flavorful interior.
Pro Tip: Keeping the croquettes uniform in size helps them cook evenly.
