Carrot, Potato & Cheddar Croquettes
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Serves:
4
Level:
Intermediate
About the Recipe
Crisp on the outside and soft and cheesy in the middle, these croquettes are a great way to combine carrots and potatoes. They're particularly good served with a fresh salad or as a tasty family side dish.
Ingredients
400g potatoes, peeled and chopped
300g carrots, peeled and chopped
100g mature Irish cheddar, grated
2 spring onions, finely chopped
1 egg, beaten
75g plain flour
120g breadcrumbs
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Oil for shallow frying
Boil the potatoes and carrots together for 15 to 20 minutes until tender.
Drain thoroughly and mash until fairly smooth.
Allow to cool slightly, then mix in the cheddar, spring onions and garlic powder.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Shape the mixture into small croquettes.
Roll each croquette in flour, then beaten egg, followed by breadcrumbs.
Heat a shallow layer of oil in a frying pan.
Cook the croquettes for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until crisp and golden.
Drain on kitchen paper and serve warm.