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These vegetable croquettes transform ordinary broccoli and carrots into irresistible golden bites. With a crispy breaded exterior giving way to a tender vegetable center, they're enhanced by a cooling yogurt sauce that brings all the flavors together. Even vegetable skeptics find themselves won over by these savory morsels.
This recipe was developed as a creative solution for serving vegetables in an appealing new way. The golden-brown patties paired with fresh yogurt sauce quickly became a household favorite.
Key Ingredients
- Broccoli (500g) - Steam until tender but still bright green. Drain thoroughly to prevent soggy croquettes
- Carrots (200g) - Finely grated for texture and natural sweetness
- Parmesan (70g) - Use aged parmesan for maximum flavor development
- Breadcrumbs (70g) - Japanese panko provides optimal crunch, but homemade works well too
Preparation Method
- 1.
- Vegetable Preparation
Season vegetables during cooking. Steam broccoli until tender yet green, then roughly mash while maintaining texture. Add grated carrots for crunch and color. - 2.
- Creating the Mixture
Combine vegetables with grated parmesan and spices in a large bowl. The curry and paprika add warmth and depth. Mix in egg last to bind ingredients. - 3.
- Shaping the Croquettes
Using slightly damp hands, form equal-sized portions using about one tablespoon of mixture each. Pack gently to hold shape without overpressing. - 4.
- Breading Technique
Double-coat with breadcrumbs and brush with olive oil for even browning and maximum crunch.
The yogurt sauce, featuring finely diced red onion and fresh lemon, perfectly complements the warm croquettes with its cool, bright flavors.
Serving Suggestions
Serve croquettes hot, arranged around yogurt sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley leaves for color and freshness.
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Seasonal Adaptations
Spring version includes fresh peas. Fall variation uses grated pumpkin instead of carrots.
These croquettes demonstrate how simple ingredients can be transformed into something special. They showcase vegetarian cooking at its finest - creative, satisfying, and universally appealing. Each golden croquette celebrates the natural goodness of vegetables in a delightfully crispy package.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Can I make these bites ahead of time?
- Yes! You can shape and coat them earlier, then just bake them when you're ready to serve.
- → How do I get them really crispy?
- Make sure your veggies aren’t watery and brush them generously with oil before baking.
- → Can these be frozen?
- Absolutely. Freeze them raw with the coating, then bake straight from the freezer, adding 5 to 7 minutes to the cooking time.
- → What can replace parmesan cheese?
- Try grated cheddar or nutritional yeast if you want a vegan option.
- → How do I keep the bites from falling apart?
- Remove excess moisture from the veggies and mix in extra breadcrumbs if the mixture feels too wet.