Pork Croquettes

Crispy and golden on the outside, with a soft, tasty centre, these Pork and Fennel Potato Croquettes make a wonderful appetiser, finger food or main course.

📝 Ingredients

• 520 g potatoes, peeled ((1.2 lb))
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
• 500 g pork mince (ground pork) ((1.1 lb))
• 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1 1/2 teaspoons flaky sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
• 150 g gouda cheese, grated ((5.3oz) )
• 50 g cheddar cheese, grated ((1.8oz) )
• 2 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 3/4 cup plain flour (all purpose)
• 2 large eggs extra, lightly beaten
• 2 cups breadcrumbs
• Vegetable oil for frying

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Cut the potatoes in 1 inch chunks and place them in a large saucepan of water. Bring to the boil over high heat, then boil for 7 minutes or until tender. Drain the potatoes, then return them to the saucepan over low heat and steam for about 30 seconds to dry them out. Set aside
2. 2In a frypan over medium heat, heat the olive oil then add the onion and saute until starting to turn translucent. Add the pork mince and fennel seeds and keep stirring until the pork is cooked through then turn off the heat.
3. 3Mash the potatoes. Add the pork mixture and all other ingredients and mix well. Place in the fridge until completely set.
4. 4Place the flour, extra eggs and breadcrumbs in three separate bowls.
5. 5Scoop out about 2 tablespoons of mixture, roll it into a small croquette shape, then place in the flour. Use a fork to gently turn it in the flour. Then use a different fork to gently turn it over in the egg until coated all over. Let the excess drip off then use a third fork to coat it in breadcrumbs. Carefully press the breadcrumbs on with your hands and reshape if necessary. Repeat with the rest of the mixture.
6. 6Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large, heavy based saucepan. As soon as a small piece of the mixture sizzles, add about 6 of your croquettes. Deep fry for about 3 minutes or until golden brown.
7. 7Transfer to some paper towel to drain. Repeat with all the croquettes and serve while hot.
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