Meat Croquettes

Meat croquettes are part of the classic starters in Paraguayan cuisine. Just meat, cumin, and a touch of magic complete this dish. Here's the recipe for you.

Meat croquettes are part of the classic starters in Paraguayan cuisine.

Just meat, cumin, and a touch of magic complete this dish. Learn how to prepare authentic Paraguayan meat croquettes, perfect for a special gathering with friends and family.

Meat Croquettes

Main Course
1 hour
fried
24 Servings

Ingredients

½ kilogram of Ground beef

2 Minced garlic cloves

2 Beaten eggs

Bread crumbs

1 pinch of Cumin

½ cup of Flour for coating

2 Eggs for coating

Vegetable oil

1 pinch of Salt

1 pinch of Pepper

Preparation

Step 1 : To prepare the croquettes, start by placing the meat in a bowl.

Step 2 : Next, add the two eggs, salt, garlic, cumin, and pepper, and mix everything very well.

Step 3 : Then, add the crackers or bread crumbs and knead until you get a homogeneous and compact meat dough.

Step 4 : Subsequently, divide the dough into 24 parts and shape into elongated and round balls.

Step 5 : Once all the croquettes are formed, proceed to coat them.

Step 6 : Dip each croquette in flour, then in beaten eggs, and finally in crushed crackers or bread crumbs.

Step 7 : Place the croquettes in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Step 8 : Next, heat a saucepan with plenty of oil until it is very hot.

Step 9 : Fry the croquettes until they are golden on the outside.

Step 10 : Finally, serve on a platter and accompany with your preferred sauce.

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