Description
Creamy Crab Croquettes are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of crab with a creamy bechamel sauce, all encased in a golden, crispy coating. These croquettes are perfect for any gathering, whether you’re hosting a casual get-together or an elegant dinner party. The contrasting textures of the gooey filling and crunchy exterior make them irresistible to guests. Serve them as an appetizer with tangy dipping sauces or alongside a refreshing salad for a complete meal. With straightforward steps and easily customizable ingredients, you’ll impress your friends and family with this delicious seafood snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 150 g crab meat or imitation crab meat (Surimi)
- ½ onion, diced
- 2 spring onions, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 120 mL whole milk
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- Neutral oil for frying
Instructions
- Sauté the diced onion and spring onions in butter until translucent. Add crab meat and cook for another 3 minutes.
- Cool the mixture before combining it with a prepared bechamel sauce (made by whisking melted butter with flour and milk).
- Chill the combined mixture in the fridge for at least one hour.
- Shape into balls, coat with flour, egg, and then panko breadcrumbs.
- Fry in hot oil until golden brown on each side.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croquette (45g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg