Fish Croquettes (Croquetas de Pescado) are a traditional homemade dish, made with shredded fish and a creamy base fried until golden. They are considered a festive appetizer, very popular in Spain, Colombia, and Peru. At our catering service, fish croquettes become an authentic experience that connects you with tradition. If you’re searching for food near me or exploring restaurants near me, you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me along with the richness of a peruvian restaurant near me, all in one place.
Ingredients
- 300 g white fish (hake, sea bass, or tilapia)
- 1 large boiled potato mashed or 1 cup thick béchamel sauce
- 1 white onion (chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil
- 1 beaten egg
- ½ cup bread crumbs
- Salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste
- Oil for frying
Step-by-step preparation
- Prepare the fish
- Cook fish in salted water for 10 minutes.
- Shred and set aside.
- Make the base
- Sauté onion and garlic in butter.
- Add fish and mix with mashed potato or béchamel.
- Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Shape the croquettes
- Take small portions and shape into ovals or balls.
- Dip in beaten egg and coat with bread crumbs.
- Fry the croquettes
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Serve
- Serve fish croquettes hot.
- Pair with tartar sauce, chili dip, or lemon.
Fish Croquettes are more than just food—they’re tradition, flavor, and joy in every bite. At our catering service, we prepare them with dedication so you can enjoy an authentic experience. So next time you’re searching for food near me or exploring different restaurants near me, remember that here you’ll find the best of a colombian restaurant near me and the diversity of a peruvian restaurant near me. Let fish croquettes win you over and taste the true flavor of homemade cuisine.
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