Description
Crispy croquettes filled with a creamy béchamel and savory ham, perfect as an appetizer or a comforting dinner.
Ingredients
- Ham, finely chopped
- Butter
- Flour
- Milk
- Nutmeg
- Salt
- Pepper
- Breadcrumbs
- Eggs
- Parsley, chopped (optional)
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Instructions
- 1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- 2. Stir in flour and cook for a few minutes, then gradually add milk, whisking until smooth.
- 3. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
- 4. Add the chopped ham and mix well; allow the mixture to cool.
- 5. Once cooled, shape the mixture into small croquettes.
- 6. Dip each croquette in beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- 7. Heat oil in a frying pan and fry each croquette until golden brown.
- 8. Drain on paper towels and serve warm, sprinkled with chopped parsley if desired.