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Portuguese Shrimp Croquettes

Make Irresistible Portuguese Shrimp Croquettes at Home

Experience the joy of crispy and creamy Portuguese Shrimp Croquettes, a culinary treat that brings the flavors of Portugal to your table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 croquettes
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Portuguese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound shrimp fresh or cooked, frozen
  • 2 cups mashed potatoes leftovers work well
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup fresh herbs e.g., parsley, cilantro
For Coating
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs preferably panko
  • 1 large egg beaten
Seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spatula
  • paper towels

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat, add shrimp and minced garlic, and sauté until shrimp is pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, combine the shrimp mixture with mashed potatoes and chopped herbs, stirring until well-blended.
  3. Allow the mixture to cool for about 10 minutes, then shape into small balls or patties.
  4. Dip each croquette in beaten egg, then roll in panko breadcrumbs until coated.
  5. Heat oil in a frying pan until hot, then fry the croquettes until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Remove croquettes from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1croquetteCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with fresh herbs before serving for added flavor.

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