Potato Croquettes with Processed Cheese

Directions

1. 1

   Step 1

   

   Wash and peel the potatoes. Rinse the mushrooms and pat dry. Prepare a skillet with high sides, a pot for boiling potatoes, a large bowl for the mixture, and 3 shallow bowls for breading. Paper towels will also be handy to remove excess fat.

2. 2

   Step 2

   

   Cut the peeled potatoes into random pieces and boil in salted water until tender.

   TipCover the potatoes with water so the liquid completely covers the pieces. You can add 1 tsp of salt to the water.

3. 3

   Step 3

   

   Finely dice the onion and mushrooms. The cubes should be small enough to easily mix into the mixture after frying.

   TipKeep in mind that mushrooms will shrink during frying.

4. 4

   Step 4

   

   Heat vegetable oil in a skillet. First fry the onion for 3–4 minutes or until lightly golden, then add the mushrooms and fry together for another 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper at the end.

5. 5

   Step 5

   

   Mash the potatoes with a masher, add 1 egg, the fried mushrooms and onion, a little more salt and pepper if needed. Mix thoroughly.

6. 6

   Step 6

   

   Prepare three bowls for breading. Put flour in one, breadcrumbs in another, and whisk the egg with milk in the third.

7. 7

   Step 7

   

   Take a ball of potato mixture the size of an egg and form a patty on your palm. Place 1 tsp of processed cheese in the center, fold the edges over to enclose the filling. Shape the croquettes into smooth, elongated forms.

8. 8

   Step 8

   

   Place the croquettes in the flour, coating them on all sides. Then dip them in the egg and milk mixture, and finally roll them in breadcrumbs.

   TipIf the breading on the surface is sparse or uneven, repeat the process. Double breading will adhere better and the crust will be crispier.

9. 9

   Step 9

   

   Fry the croquettes in plenty of vegetable oil over medium heat until golden brown. Frying will take 5 to 7 minutes. After that, transfer the croquettes to a paper towel to remove excess fat.

   TipIf desired, the croquettes can be baked without oil in the oven or an air fryer.

10. 10

    Step 10

    

    Serve the croquettes with your favorite sauce or a side dish.

    TipSour cream sauce, homemade adjika, or mushroom sauce go well here.