Cauliflower-Ham Croquettes using a Cecotec
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Imagine a deliciously crunchy bite that transports you to a quaint French bistro, where the air is perfumed with the savory aroma of melting cheese and cured ham. These Raw Ham Cauliflower Croquettes are not just a feast for the taste buds; they're a delightful homage to the art of French cooking. Originating from the necessity to use up leftover ingredients, these croquettes combine the nutty flavors of Comté and Parmesan with the subtle sweetness of cauliflower and the saltiness of raw ham, all lovingly bound together with breadcrumbs and a hint of paprika. Fun fact: The French have been crafting croquettes since the 18th century, and who could resist a dish that allows you to enjoy vegetables in such a crispy, fun way? So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your friends with these golden nuggets of joy!
Ingredients
- 200 g Cauliflower
- 150 g Broccoli
- 100 g Carrot
- 300 g Water
- 200 g Ground beef
- 2 Pinch(es) Salt
- 2 Pinch(es) Pepper
- 2 Eggs
- 100 g Ham
- 50 g Breadcrumb
- 20 g Olive oil
Steps
Vegetables and Meatballs
- Cut in two, and add 200 g of cauliflower in the food processor bowl.
- Cut into small pieces, and add 150 g of broccoli in the food processor bowl.
- Peel, cut into dices, and add 100 g of carrot in the food processor bowl.
- Add 300 g of water in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 15:00min / 100°C / Speed 1.
- Drain the content of the food processor bowl in a strainer.
- Setaside the preparation content on a plate.
- Wash the food processor bowl.
- Add 200 g of ground beef in a mixing bowl.
- Add 1 pinch(es) of salt, 1 pinch(es) of pepper, 1 egg in the mixing bowl.
- Mix well and form small meatballs.
Croquettes Mixture
- Transfer the content of the plate in the food processor bowl.
- Add 100 g of ham in the food processor bowl.
- Mix chop: 5sec / 0°C / Speed 5.
- Transfer the content of the food processor bowl in a bowl.
- Add 50 g of breadcrumb, 1 egg, 1 pinch(es) of salt, 1 pinch(es) of pepper in the bowl.
- Mix until well combined.
Cooking
- Shape the mixture into croquettes.
- Add 20 g of olive oil in a pan.
- Cook in the oven with an oil base.
- Fry the meatballs in the heated pan until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.
- Fry the croquettes in the same pan until golden brown on all sides.
- Serve Hot.
