Cheese Croquettes from Brazil (Croquettes De Queijo) |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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These are famous snacks in Brazil and are often served any time of day. They're usually served with salsa. Ingredients:
2 ounces butter, cubed |
2/3 cup flour |
1 egg, separated |
1/4 cup breadcrumbs |
1/4 cup parmesan cheese or 1/4 cup any hard cheese, grated |
salt and pepper, as needed |
1 tablespoon water or 1 tablespoon water, as needed |
chili, salsa for serving |
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius or 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Rub butter into flour until it gives a coarse mixture.
3. Add egg yolk, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, salt and pepper, and water, and mix together. Add a tablespoon of water if you find them difficult to bind.
4. Shape dough into golf ball size.
5. Dip into slightly beaten egg white.
6. Place in a well oiled baking sheet and bake in the oven for 25 minutes or until brown and crispy.
7. Invert the balls as well baking this time for 5 minutes or until brown and crispy too.
8. Serve warm with chili salsa.
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