Turkey and Mashed Potato Croquettes - Dinner Party
Indulge your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece - turkey croquettes! Whether you're aiming for a delightful post-holiday meal or planning an impressive appetizer spread, this recipe guarantees a flavorful experience that lingers on the palate. Follow these steps, and you'll soon be savoring the perfection of golden-brown, crispy croquettes paired with rich turkey gravy and cranberry sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 cups finely minced turkey meat
- 1 cup seasoned mashed potatoes
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 medium scallions with a few inches of green, thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon cold water
- 2 cups fresh breadcrumbs, finely ground
Instructions
- Begin by gathering all the ingredients in your culinary ensemble.
- Combine the finely minced turkey, seasoned mashed potatoes, parsley, and freshly ground black pepper in a culinary symphony.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, let the butter melt. Introduce the thinly sliced green onions and cook, stirring, for a harmonious minute. Add the flour and stir until a well-blended melody ensues.
- Pour in the chicken broth and milk, continuing the culinary concerto for an additional 2 minutes. Sprinkle salt to taste.
- Blend this saucy masterpiece with the turkey amalgamation, ensuring a seamless culinary harmony. Cover and let it rest in the refrigerator until thoroughly chilled, approximately 1 to 2 hours.
- On a plate, sprinkle the half-cup of flour. In a separate bowl, compose a sonnet with the eggs and a tablespoon of water. Set up another bowl for the finely ground breadcrumbs.
- Shape the croquette mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls (slightly smaller if crafting appetizers).
- Gently coat the croquettes in flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally with the breadcrumbs. Place them on a waxed paper or foil-lined cookie sheet. Repeat this culinary ballet with the remaining turkey mixture and breadcrumb cadence.
- Let the croquettes stand for approximately 30 to 45 minutes, allowing them to dry and enhance their flavor.
- Heat the oil to around 360 F, and fry the croquettes in small, mesmerizing batches for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, depending on size, until they achieve a golden brown crescendo. Let them drain on paper towels.
- Present these savory gems with a side of hot turkey gravy and cranberry sauce, either as the pièce de résistance of a post-holiday meal or as enchanting appetizers for your esteemed guests.