Croquette
A croquette (/kroʊˈkɛt/) is a deep-fried roll originating in French cuisine, consisting of a thick binder combined with a filling, which is then breaded. It is served as a side dish, a snack, or fast food worldwide.
Cylindrical croquettes | |
| Region or state | France |
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| Main ingredients | Ground meat, shellfish, fish, ham, cheese, mashed potatoes, vegetables, béchamel or brown sauce |
The binder is typically a thick béchamel or brown sauce, mashed potatoes, wheat flour or wheat bread. The binder may be mixed with or stuffed with a filling. Typical fillings include finely chopped meat, seafood, cheese, rice, mushrooms, and various vegetables, which may be combined with seasonings such as herbs and spices. Sweet croquettes may use a pastry cream binder and be filled with fruit.
Croquettes may also be formed in other shapes, such as disks, ovals, or balls.
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