Croquette Mozzarella Sticks
Mozzarella sticks stuffed in a potato croquette patty and fried crispy.
Ingredients
- 2 lb russet potato peeled and quartered
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese plus more for garnish
- 4 large eggs beaten
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 12 sticks mozzarella cheese halved cross-wise
- 1 cup flour
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- oil for frying
- marinara sauce for serving
- fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
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Add the potatoes to a large pot with enough cold water to cover them. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook until tender when pierced with a fork, about 30 minutes.
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Drain the potatoes and transfer to a large bowl. Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes until there are no large chunks left.
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Add the garlic, parsley, Parmesan cheese, 1 beaten egg, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
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Take a spoonful of potatoes and form into a patty.
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Place a cheese stick in the middle and wrap the potato around the cheese until it is evenly covered.
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Arrange the formed croquettes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 30 minutes.
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Place the flour, 3 remaining eggs, and bread crumbs in 3 separate shallow bowls. Dredge the croquettes in the flour, shaking off any excess; then dredge in the egg and the bread crumbs.
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Heat the oil in a large pot until it reaches 350°F. Fry the croquettes for 3 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Transfer the croquettes to a wire rack set over paper towels to drain the excess oil.
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Let cool for a few minutes as they will be HOT.
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Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and parsley and serve with marinara sauce alongside.