Name: Potato Croquettes with Garlic Aioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 2 cups mashed potatoes (about 1 lb or 3 medium potatoes); 1 egg, beaten; ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; ¼ cup chopped fresh chives; ½ tsp salt; ¼ tsp ground black pepper; ¼ cup all-purpose flour; 2 eggs, beaten (for breading); 1 ¼ cups panko breadcrumbs; 2–4 Tbsp vegetable oil, for frying; ¼ cup mayonnaise; 1 garlic clove, minced; ⅛ tsp salt; 1 ½ tsp lemon juice

Description

These potato croquettes are golden and crispy on the outside with a creamy Parmesan-and-chive filling inside, served with a quick homemade garlic aioli for dipping. A versatile appetizer, snack, or side that’s comforting, elegant, and a great way to use leftover mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

2 cups mashed potatoes (about 1 lb or 3 medium potatoes)
1 egg, beaten
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh chives
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp ground black pepper
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs, beaten (for breading)
1 ¼ cups panko breadcrumbs
2–4 Tbsp vegetable oil, for frying
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove, minced
⅛ tsp salt
1 ½ tsp lemon juice

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Instructions

In a bowl, mix mashed potatoes, 1 egg, Parmesan, chives, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Shape mixture into discs or ovals using about 1 ½ Tbsp per croquette.
Set up breading: place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and panko in a third.
Coat croquettes in flour, dip in egg, then coat with panko crumbs.
In a skillet, heat 1–2 Tbsp oil over medium heat. Fry croquettes in batches 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
For aioli: whisk mayonnaise, garlic, salt, and lemon juice until smooth.
Serve croquettes hot with garlic aioli for dipping.

Notes

Chilling the potato mixture helps croquettes hold shape.
For baking: brush croquettes lightly with oil and bake at 425°F (220°C) until golden, flipping once.
Mix in mozzarella or cheddar for a cheesy center.
Make ahead: bread croquettes, refrigerate, and cook just before serving.
Freeze uncooked breaded croquettes for up to 1 month; cook from frozen.

Prep Time: 15 minutes (+30 minutes chilling)
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Pan-Fried
Cuisine: European

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 croquettes with aioli
Calories: 180
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 260 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 40 mg