Crispy potato croquettes with a golden crust and a creamy, cheese-filled center, served with a smoked paprika sour cream dip. A satisfying vegetarian snack or crowd-pleasing appetizer.
In a pot, add the potatoes and 1 teaspoon of salt, cover with water and bring to a boil. Once the water boils, reduce the heat and let the potatoes simmer for 20 minutes, or until soft.
Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a large bowl. Add the butter, salt, pepper, milk and egg. Mash everything until you get a smooth, sticky mixture, then stir in the chopped parsley.
Preparation for breading:
Prepare three bowls: one with flour, one with the beaten eggs and one with breadcrumbs.
Forming the croquettes:
With a spoon, scoop up some of the potato mixture, place a cube of cheese in the center and shape it in the palm of your hand into a ball. Repeat with the rest of the mixture.
Dip each ball in flour, then in beaten egg, then in breadcrumbs.
Frying:
Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the croquettes in batches for 3-5 minutes, turning, until they are golden and a crispy crust forms. Transfer them to a paper towel to absorb the excess oil.
Preparing the Sauce:
In a small bowl, combine the ingredients for the sauce and mix well.
Serve the croquettes warm, alongside the sauce.
Notes
Best served warm and fresh. To make ahead, bread the croquettes and refrigerate for up to a day, then fry just before serving. Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer to bring back the crispiness.