Golden Romano Potato Croquettes with Herbed Breadcrumbs

Recipe Collection: Appetizer

Golden Romano Potato Croquettes with Herbed Breadcrumbs transform your leftover mashed potatoes into a culinary masterpiece. Bursting with the rich flavors of Romano cheese and aromatic herbs, these croquettes are perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Ideal for a vegetarian appetizer or a side dish, they pair wonderfully with a fresh garden salad.

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Overview

Transform your leftover mashed potatoes into a gourmet delight with these Crispy Romano Potato Croquettes. Infused with the rich flavors of Romano cheese and herbs, these croquettes are perfectly golden and crispy on the outside, with a creamy, savory center. Serve them as a delightful appetizer or a side dish alongside a fresh garden salad.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Eggs, Gluten

Cuisine

Italian

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 Cups mashed potatoes, cold
• 0.5 Cups Romano cheese, grated
• 2 Large eggs
• 2 Tablespoons dried parsley
• 2 Tablespoons imitation bacon bits
• 1 Teaspoon dried onion flakes
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch pepper, to taste
• 1 Cup Italian-style bread crumbs, dried
• 1 Quart vegetable oil

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cold mashed potatoes, grated Romano cheese, eggs, dried parsley, imitation bacon bits, dried onion flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
2. Shape the potato mixture into small patties, about 2 inches in diameter. Ensure they are compact to prevent them from falling apart during frying.
3. Place the Italian-style bread crumbs in a shallow dish. Dredge each potato patty in the bread crumbs, ensuring they are evenly coated on all sides.
4. In a large, heavy skillet, pour vegetable oil to a depth of 1/2 inch. Heat the oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
5. Carefully place the breaded patties into the hot oil. Fry them in batches, flipping once, until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
6. Remove the croquettes from the oil and drain them on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
7. Serve the croquettes hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired. They pair beautifully with a side of sour cream or a spicy dipping sauce for an extra kick. Enjoy your gourmet potato croquettes!

Enjoy your homemade Golden Romano Potato Croquettes with Herbed Breadcrumbs!