croquetas
Croquetas are small, lightly breaded fried rolls traditionally filled with béchamel sauce and ham or other ingredients. They are a beloved tapa in Spanish cuisine, representing comfort food and versatility in using leftovers.
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Ingredients
- 4 tbsp
- 1/2 cup
- 2 cups
- 1 cup, finely chopped
- 1/4 tsp
- to taste
- to taste
- 2, beaten
- 1 cup
- for frying
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Spanish
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Last updated 4/1/2026
Originating in Spain in the 19th century, croquetas evolved from French culinary influence, adapting the béchamel filling to local tastes and ingredients.
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