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Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, croquettes are ultra-satisfying comfort food. From a savory leek and mushroom version to sweet, honey-coated goat cheese balls, here are 11 excellent croquette recipes.
Salmon Croquettes with Creole Aïoli
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A homemade Creole spice blend adds a piquant kick to these salmon croquettes, which have a crunchy exterior and tender, flaky interior.
Salt Cod Croquettes
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Known as bolinhos in Portuguese ("little cakes"), these croquettes are star chef Daniel Boulud's take on the classic Brazilian bar food.
Leek and Mushroom Croquettes
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Chef Jerry Traunfeld serves these creamy-centered croquettes in walnut-size balls, but they can also be made larger for a vegetarian main course.
Sesame-Coated Sweet Potato Croquettes
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These African-inspired fried sweet potato balls are rolled in sesame seeds, a typically Malawian ingredient.
Tuna Croquettes
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Made from jarred tuna, these irresistibly crispy bites transform a grazing board into a hearty supper; a drizzle of honey takes them over the top.
Potato and Mozzarella Croquettes
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These super-crisp fried potato croquettes are filled with soft mashed potato and gooey melted cheese.
Tirokroketes (Greek Fried Goat Cheese Balls) with Honey
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A double-coating of panko crumbs amplifies the crunch for these sweet-savory croquettes.
Bollitos de Papa y Elote (Potato Elote Bites)
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Crunchy, cheesy, and a little bit fiery, these bites feature a zingy corn filling that's wrapped up in spiced mashed potatoes and deep-fried.
Chicken Croquettes
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These Spanish-inspired croquettes are a great way to use leftover roast chicken.
Fried Boudin Balls with Creole Mustard Dipping Sauce
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Our Fried Boudin Balls boast pork, rice, liver, and seasonings that are shaped into balls and fried for a crispy exterior and a light, almost creamy interior.
Toasted Pistachio-Cheese Arancini
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Filled with creamy, cheesy rice, studded with nuts and green peas, and encased in a crackly crust, these arancini are the size of tangerines.