Crispy Cheese & Mushroom Croquettes
Discover these crispy cheese and mushroom croquettes, perfect for appetizers. A golden panko breadcrumb coating hides a creamy mushroom béchamel center and a melting cheese cube. Follow our tips for guaranteed success!
Double Compartment 9L Air Fryer – 8-in-1
€69.99
Pros:
- Two independent baskets for simultaneous cooking
- Smart Finish technology for synchronized cooking end time
- Intuitive touchscreen with automatic programs
Con:
- Takes up more countertop space
- 1
Prepare the mushroom béchamel: sauté the mushrooms dry for 5-6 min. Melt the butter, add the flour and stir for 2 min for a roux. Off the heat, pour in the cold milk while whisking. Return to low heat and bring to a boil, whisking until thickened (3-4 min). Off the heat, stir in the mushrooms, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Spread out, cover with cling film and refrigerate for 1h (or freeze for 20-25 min) until firm.
- 2
Shape the croquettes: prepare three plates with flour, beaten eggs and panko breadcrumbs. Once the béchamel is firm, take portions (25-30 g), flatten, place a cheese cube in the center and close into a ball. Place the balls in the freezer for 10-15 min.
- 3
Bread the croquettes: take the balls out of the freezer. Coat each ball in flour, then egg, then panko breadcrumbs. For a double coating, repeat the egg/breadcrumb step. Place on a tray and refrigerate.
- 4
Fry: heat oil to 175°C. Fry 3-4 croquettes at a time. Fry for 3-4 min, turning halfway, until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt and parsley.
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Serve immediately, piping hot, with a sweet and sour sauce, garlic mayonnaise or spicy tomato sauce for dipping.
- Béchamel cooling: it must be cold and firm like modeling clay to be easy to handle.
- Sealing: close the dough well around the cheese to avoid leaks during frying.
- Flash freezing: 10-15 min in the freezer sets the breading for cleaner frying and a melting center that doesn't escape.
- Oil temperature: 175°C is ideal. Too hot, the breading burns; too cold, the croquettes absorb oil.
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