Easy Spanish Salmon Croquettes Recipe

Andalusia is known for being the home of the best croquettes, and when it comes to Spanish fish dishes it becomes even better.

This article will delve into the salmon croquettes recipe, a fantastic dish that will soon become one of your favorites.

Keep reading to learn more about the best salmon croquettes recipe, with some tips for storing and serving them.

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Background of the Dish

A lot of people believe in the myth that croquettes were created in France, but in reality, this type of dish already existed in Ancient Rome.

Every European country gave its twist to it, and in Southern Spain, they created versions with different fillings, including the salmon croquettes recipe.

The croquettes are so popular in this region that you can even find bars and restaurants that only serve them and nothing else, so you can imagine how good they are.

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Things You’ll Need for Salmon Croquettes Recipe

To make the salmon croquettes recipe you need fresh salmon, flour, breadcrumbs, milk, and eggs as the main ingredients.

As well as other fried salmon recipes, here you can also choose other cooking methods if you don’t like frying, such as cooking them in the oven or an air fryer.

Ingredients

• 300 gr fresh salmon
• 3 cups (750 ml) milk
• 2 eggs
• 4 tablespoons flour
• 1 cup (150gr) breadcrumbs
• Extra virgin olive oil (for frying)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped dill (optional)

How to Make Salmon Croquettes Recipe – Step by Step Guide

1. To start with this salmon croquettes recipe you have to chop the fresh salmon, season it with salt and pepper, and cook it in a saucepan with a drizzle of oil for 10 minutes.

2. Now remove the salmon, let it cool down, shred it, and set aside. You can shred it with the help of a fork, or just chop it thoroughly.

3. After that, add a little more oil to the saucepan where you have cooked the salmon, add the tablespoons of flour, and cook it a little. Pour the milk little by little, season it, and cook the bechamel for 15 minutes.

4. Then add the shredded fresh salmon, and mix well. Chop the dill finely, add it, and mix. Put a pinch more salt and pepper.

5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the egg. Mix well. Pass the dough to a deep rectangular tray, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it cool for about 30 minutes in the fridge.

6. Next, cut the dough into squares (or shape them like cylinders), and pass them through flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs. You can repeat this process for a thicker crust.

7. For the final step, fry the salmon croquette in a pan with plenty of oil. Drain the croquettes on a plate with absorbent kitchen paper to remove excess oil.

8. Serve the croquetas while warm and enjoy.

Substitution of Ingredients

This recipe for salmon croquettes is great because it lets you make a lot of substitutions to the ingredients.

For example, you can replace the flour for the bechamel with cornstarch or use any type of flour.

You can also make this salmon croquette recipe with panko instead of breadcrumbs, or a mix of both.

If you want to make this croquette recipe healthier, instead of frying them you can cook the croquettes in the oven or an air fryer for 30 minutes at high heat.

In case you aren’t a big fan of salmon as the filling, you can make a different croquettes recipe such as bacalao croquettes to stay in the seafood theme, or mushroom croquettes for a vegetarian version.

The shrimp croquettes are a must-try as well, especially if you love shrimp and want something different.

Tips on Serving Salmon Croquettes Recipe

You can serve this dish as soon as you finish making the southern salmon croquettes recipe.

The croquettes work well as appetizers (tapas) for lunch, dinner, or even as an afternoon snack.

In Andalusia, the croquette is usually served as a tapa in bars and restaurants, and people drink it with beer, wine, or just soda.

If you have a party planned or a lot of people coming over at home, then you can make a mix of different Spanish croquettes, such as the ham croquettes and the chicken croquettes, and serve them as a snack or the whole thing.

Salmon croquettes go great paired with creamy dipping sauces, such as Spanish aioli, and regular or flavored cream cheese, among other things.

Another delicious recipe with salmon you should try is the Spanish salmon recipe with potatoes and onion, baked in the oven.

How to Store Salmon Croquettes Recipe

This is truly the best recipe for salmon croquettes because you can either freeze them or store them in the fridge, and your croquettes will still taste the same.

Once you finish making the salmon croquettes recipe,  let them come to room temperature, cover them with plastic and store them in the fridge for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 25 days.

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