POTATO, ARUGULA (ROCKET) OR SPINACH CROQUETTES

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These are fried potato balls crisp on the outside and creamy soft inside. I used arugula but spinach is just as good!Arugula's pungent flavor adds interest to these croquettes!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Potato

Time 25m

Yield 20-24 croquettes, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups leftover mashed potatoes
1/2 cup cooked arugula, squeezed of liquid and chopped
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 pinch red pepper flakes
salt and pepper
1 egg
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1/8 cup cream
1/2 cup flour, seasoned with
salt and pepper
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
vegetable oil, to fill pan by 3 inches (for frying)

Steps:

  • Combine the first 7 ingredients and blend thoroughly.
  • Form into 20 golf size balls.
  • Place seasoned flour in one bowl.
  • Beat 2 eggs with cream and place second bowl.
  • Place bread crumbs in third bowl.
  • Dip each croquette in the flour then egg and then roll in the crumbs.
  • Deep fry in oil until golden brown.
  • Drain on paper towels season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218, Fat 7.7, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 123.8, Sodium 454.3, Carbohydrate 28, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.4, Protein 8.8

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