Rockys Zesty Ham Croquettes

This recipe for ham croquettes is great for leftovers; it’s a nice treat from the boring next-day ham and cheese sandwich or ham dinner.

Step: 1

Grind ham into a large bowl.

Step: 2

Beat 3 eggs in a small bowl.

Step: 3

Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and dried onion; cook and stir until browned, about 5 minutes. Pour mixture into the bowl with the ham; add the beaten eggs, 1 cup bread crumbs, Cheddar cheese, brown sugar, and black pepper. Mix by hand until combined; mold into 15 to 18 medium croquettes, or rectangular balls.

Step: 4

Beat remaining 1 egg in a bowl with 1 tablespoon water. Pour remaining 2 cups bread crumbs into a large nonstick baking pan. Dip each croquette in the egg and roll in bread crumbs.

Step: 5

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add croquettes; fry in batches until golden brown, about 10 minutes total. Place finished croquettes on a paper towels to drain excess oil.

Per Serving: 330 calories; protein 16g; carbohydrates 21.5g; fat 19.8g; cholesterol 90.9mg; sodium 817.5mg.

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