Mashed Potato Croquettes

Name: Mashed Potato Croquettes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 3 cups mashed potatoes (990 grams); 1 large egg beaten; 1 teaspoon parsley; 1/4 cup bread crumbs; 1/2 chopped onion if desired; ¼-½ cup flour (for dredging); 2-3 tablespoons oil

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Mashed Potato Croquettes, made with left over mashed potatoes and a few spices. Deliciously crispy on the outside and soft and creamy on the inside. The perfect side dish or even appetizer.

With the holidays fast approaching one of the most served side dishes is mashed potatoes. My mother would always make extra mashed potatoes just to make sure she had enough leftover to make these potato croquettes! I always preferred these more than the mashed potatoes.

Mashed potatoes aren’t well-known in Italy, but over the years I have gotten my family hooked on mashed potatoes, gravy and yes Yorkshire pudding. My youngest daughter actually goes crazy for Yorkshire pudding. At least it is one thing she has never tried to put Nutella on!

Ingredients

Mashed potatoes – either leftover or just made.
Egg – a large egg, lightly beaten
Parsley – dried or fresh either work.
Bread crumbs – your choice
Onion – this is optional.
Salt – you may not need any additional salt if your mashed potatoes already have salt added.
Flour – all purpose flour for dredging the croquettes.

Where do Potato Croquettes originate?

Croquettes originated in France, in 1898 by Monsieur Escoffier, the founder of the classical French Cuisine. The croquette is described a a small and often rounded combination, usually of minced meat, fish, or some sort of vegetable that is coated with egg and bread crumbs and usually deep-fried.

4 croquettes stacked with one with a bite out.

How to make them

In a medium bowl with a fork combine well mashed potatoes, beaten egg, parsley, bread crumbs and chopped onion if desired.

The ingredients in a white bowl and all mixed together.

Taking approximately a 1/4 cup (more or less) at a time of the potato mixture, form into an round, oval or ball shape, then dredge in flour.

The croquettes formed and coated in flour.

In a medium pan add the oil, on medium heat, heat until the oil is hot (not smoking hot), add croquettes a few at a time, turning as they brown.

Place on a plate lined with paper towels. Serve immediately.

How to make mashed potatoes?

I keep our potatoes pretty plain, but any kind of leftover mashed potatoes – like ones made with sour cream, butter, cream, and other add-ins like herbs and cheese – will work. I usually make mine with a little salt, a couple of tablespoon of soft butter (or more) and usually some half and half. Try not to over mix them or they will become gummy.

How to serve croquettes?

They can be served as a side dish or even as an appetizer. They are delicious served with a simple sour cream dip or why not try them with one of your favorites?

Croquettes on a black plate with parchment paper.

FAQs

Can they be made ahead?

They can be assembled 2 days ahead of time, be sure to cover them well with plastic wrap and store in the fridge until ready to make.

Can potato croquettes be baked?

Yes they can be baked, bake at 400F (200C) for about 20 minutes.

How to store them

Any leftovers should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. They can be re-heated in a low oven or in the microwave. They will keep for 3-4 days in the fridge.

Can you freeze them?

Potato croquettes can be frozen either already cooked or uncooked. Freeze them cooked and cooled in a freezer safe bag or container. When freezing uncooked, freeze them on a cookie sheet until firm then move to a freezer safe container. Let thaw in the fridge, then dredge in the flour and cook. They will keep for up to 1 month in the freezer.

Once you try these, you might just skip the mashed potatoes and go straight for the Mashed Potato Croquettes. Buon Appetito!

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