Smoked Cheese Croquetas with Chimichurri Sauce

Deep-fried smoky cheese and pea croquetas served with a vibrant, herby chimichurri dipping sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 780.1 kcals 3120.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 32.2 grams 128.8 grams
Fat 66.4 grams 265.5 grams
Protein 17.1 grams 68.2 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
250
ml
100
g
2
piece
Eggs
free-range, beaten
Fruits
0.5
piece
Lemon
juice only
GrainsCereals
60
g
Plain Flour
plus extra for rolling
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Black Pepper
freshly ground, to taste
1
tsp
Nutmeg
grated
1
tbsp
Parsley
chopped fresh
1
bunch
4
clove
Garlic
chopped
1
tbsp
Oregano
chopped
OilsFats
1
tbsp
1
unit
Vegetable Oil
for deep frying
Vegetables
0.5
piece
Leek
finely chopped
75
g
Peas
fresh or frozen
0.5
piece
Red Onion
very finely diced

Steps

  • Heat butter and oil in a saucepan and fry leeks for 4 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in the flour gradually and cook for 5 minutes.
  • Add milk gradually and cook for 15 minutes while stirring regularly.
  • Stir in the grated cheese, peas, seasoning, nutmeg, and parsley until the cheese melts.
  • Remove from heat, cover with cling film, and allow to cool completely.
  • Beat eggs in a bowl and place breadcrumbs on a separate plate.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer to 180°C.
  • Roll the cooled mixture into 7.5cm cylinders using floured hands.
  • Dip croquetas into the beaten egg and roll in breadcrumbs to coat.
  • Fry for 4 minutes until golden-brown, then drain on kitchen paper.
  • Mix chimichurri ingredients in a bowl and serve with the croquetas.