Mac and Cheese Croquettes
Croquettes are a popular dish in many cuisines around the world. They are typically made by combining ingredients like meat, vegetables, and cheese, shaping them into small cylinders or balls, and then frying them until crispy.
This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Ingredients
- 200 gram Macaroni
- 200 gram Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoon Butter
- 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 number Eggs
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and cook until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Drain the cooked macaroni and add it to the cheese sauce. Mix well.
- Let the mixture cool for about 10 minutes.
- Shape the mac and cheese mixture into small croquettes.
- Dip each croquette into beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Fry the croquettes until golden brown on all sides.
- Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 15g30%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.