Leek and Potato Croquettes with Herbed Breading

Name: Leek and Potato Croquettes with Herbed Breading
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Dutch
Ingredients: 2 medium potatoes; 1/4 cup milk; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large leek; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons olive oil

Crispy, herbed potato croquettes filled with a savory leek and potato mixture, perfect as a side or appetizer.

Cuisine: Dutch

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 45 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

2 medium potatoes
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large leek
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

Step 1: Place 2 medium peeled and diced potatoes in a pot, cover with water, and add 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then cook for 15-20 minutes until tender. Drain, return to pot, and add 1/4 cup milk. Mash until smooth. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; set aside.
Step 2: Melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add 1 large thinly sliced leek (white and light green parts) and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and golden. Stir in mashed potatoes and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley. Chill mixture for 30 minutes.
Step 3: On a plate, place 1/4 cup all-purpose flour. In a shallow bowl, beat 2 large eggs. On another plate, place 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs.
Step 4: Form chilled mixture into 8 oval-shaped croquettes. Dredge each in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, then coat in panko breadcrumbs.
Step 5: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry croquettes for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.