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Ham Croquettes Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
8 Tbsp. olive oil 3/4 cup flour
1 1/2 cups milk 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
dash of ground pepper 1/2 cup very finely hand-minced ham
2 eggs, lightly beaten with 2 tsp. water 1/2 cup chicken broth
bread crumbs, for coating oil for frying
Directions:
Directions:
Heat the 8 Tbsp. oil in a small saucepan on medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Gradually add the milk and the chicken broth, stirring without stopping. Add nutmeg, salt and pepper to taste. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce is thickened and smooth. (this is bechamel).
Add the minced ham and continue to cook for about 2-3 minutes on low heat, continuing to stir. Remove from heat.

Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes and refrigerate at least 3 hours until mixture is cold. If you are preparing a day or so ahead, you can cover the mixture tightly and keep refrigerated until you are ready to fry the croquettes. TIP: If the mixture is spread out in a thin layer on a flat dish, you will need to refrigerate it for less time.

Pour the bread crumbs into a small, wide bowl. Beat the eggs with water in a small, wide bowl. Cover your hands in flour, then divide the mixture into 1-inch balls and set on a plate so they are not touching.

Pour enough oil in a frying pan to 1/2 inch deep. Dip the croquettes in the beaten egg and coat with crumbs by rolling in bowl. Place the croquettes in the hot oil and fry quickly, turning several times, until golden. Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and set on a paper towel to absorb the excess oil. Serve immediately.

 

 

 

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