Indian Style Croquettes & Fried Potato Peel

May 26, 2023May 26, 20230 1

Indian Style Croquettes & Fried Potato Peel recipe for a tasty snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

235

Sugar

Fat

11g

Croquettes are a type of appetizer or snack that is eaten in many countries around the world. Originating from France, these bite-sized balls are filled with potatoes and other delicious ingredients, perfect for a quick snack or a party food. This Indian Style Croquettes recipe is a twist on the classic potato croquettes, flavored with aromatic spices such as curry powder, salt and black pepper, creating a mouth-watering aroma that will make your taste buds tingle. In addition to the croquettes, this recipe makes use of the potato peel which is often discarded. It is a great way to add nutritious food to your diet while reducing food waste.

Instructions

1.	Boil the potatoes in their jackets for around 30 minutes or until tender. Once cooked, remove, drain and peel. Completely mash the potatoes and while still hot, add the curry powder, salt, black pepper, milk and flour to give a firm consistency.
2.	With lightly floured hands, take around a tablespoon of the mixture and shape this into a ball, then flatten slightly to produce a croquette. With a knife, score the surface in a criss-cross pattern to prevent the exterior from splitting when fried. Repeat this process until all the mixture has been used up.
3.	Heat the oil in a shallow frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add 2-3 croquettes at a time, shallow-frying for around 2-3 minutes, turning them over and continuing to cook until golden brown and crispy.
4.	Similarly, shallow-fry the peel, turning occasionally, for around 2-3 minutes until crisp and lightly browned. Drain the croquettes and peel on kitchen paper and sprinkle with salt to taste before serving.

PROS

These croquettes are a delicious snack for any time of the day, with a rich flavor of curry powder and a crispy texture outside, while being soft and fluffy inside.

With the added bonus of the fried potato peel, this recipe is a great way to minimize food waste, providing tasty and healthy food without throwing anything away.

CONS

These croquettes are deep-fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.
Due to the presence of curry powder, this dish may not be everyone’s preferred taste.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin B6, fiber and potassium, while being low in fat. They are also rich in antioxidants, which have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and certain cancers.
The use of curry powder in this recipe can enhance the body’s immune system, improve digestive health, lower cholesterol and reduce inflammation.

	4 potatoes
	4 tablespoons curry powder
	1 pinch salt and black pepper
	3 tablespoons milk
	3 tablespoons plain flour