24 de octubre de 2024

Spanish Delicacy in Your Kitchen: How to Make Irresistible Croquetas with Serrano Ham and MAMBO

Are you ready to bring the flavors of Spain to your kitchen? Look no further than these irresistible croquetas with Serrano ham! Made with the help of MAMBO, a popular kitchen appliance, this recipe is easy to follow and will leave your taste buds craving for more. With a crispy golden exterior and a creamy filling, these croquetas are perfect as an appetizer or a snack. Let’s dive into the recipe, shall we?

Ingredients:

200g Serrano ham, finely diced

1 liter whole milk

100g unsalted butter

100g all-purpose flour

2 eggs, beaten

150g breadcrumbs

Salt and pepper to taste

Vegetable oil for frying

Preparation:

1. Prepare the Bechamel Sauce

Start by heating the MAMBO to medium heat. Add the diced Serrano ham to the jug and cook until crispy. Remove the ham from the jug and set it aside.

In the same jug, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the all-purpose flour and cook for a few minutes until it turns golden brown, stirring constantly.

Gradually pour in the milk while whisking continuously to avoid any lumps. Keep whisking until the mixture thickens and reaches a creamy consistency.

Temperature: Medium
Time: 10 minutes

2. Add the Serrano Ham

Now it’s time to add the crispy Serrano ham to the bechamel sauce. Mix well until the ham is evenly distributed throughout the sauce.

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remember that the Serrano ham is already salty, so be careful not to overdo it with the salt.

Temperature: Medium
Time: 2 minutes

3. Let the Mixture Cool

Transfer the bechamel sauce with Serrano ham to a bowl and cover it with plastic wrap, making sure the wrap touches the surface of the sauce. This will prevent a skin from forming on top.

Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate it for at least 2 hours or overnight. This step is crucial to achieve the right consistency for shaping the croquetas.

4. Shape the Croquetas

Take the chilled bechamel mixture out of the refrigerator and start shaping the croquetas. Scoop a spoonful of the mixture and roll it into a cylinder shape using your hands.

Place the shaped croquetas on a tray lined with parchment paper. Repeat this process until all the mixture is used up.

5. Bread and Fry the Croquetas

In one bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, place the breadcrumbs.

Dip each croqueta into the beaten eggs, making sure it is fully coated. Then, roll it in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure an even coating.

In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil to medium-high heat. Carefully add the breaded croquetas to the hot oil and fry until they turn golden brown and crispy.

Temperature: Medium-High
Time: 3-4 minutes per batch

6. Serve and Enjoy!

Once the croquetas are fried to perfection, remove them from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Serve the croquetas hot and enjoy them as an appetizer or a snack. They pair perfectly with a cold glass of Spanish wine or your favorite dipping sauce.

Now that you know how to make these irresistible croquetas with Serrano ham, it’s time to impress your friends and family with a taste of Spain in your own kitchen. ¡Buen provecho!