Croquetas de Jamón
Crisp golden croquettes with a creamy, ham filled centre, the classic Spanish bar snack.
- Time2 hr 30
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.57 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Melt the butter in a pan over a medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes.
2 min - 2
Add the milk a little at a time, whisking, until you have a very thick sauce. Cook for 5 minutes.
5 min - 3
Stir in the ham and nutmeg. Spread onto a plate, cover and chill for at least 2 hours until firm.
120 min - 4
Shape into 18 small logs. Roll each in egg, then breadcrumbs, then egg and breadcrumbs again for a thicker crust.
- 5
Heat the oil in a deep pan to a medium high heat. Fry in batches for 2 minutes until deep golden.
2 min - 6
Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.