Croquetas de Jamon

Croquetas de Jamon are a common Spanish tapas made of creamy bechamel and ham coated in breadcrumbs and fried to golden perfection.

Ingredients - Serves 4

Melt the butter in a pan over medium heat.
Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth and thickened.
Add the chopped ham, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
Transfer the mixture to a dish and let it cool in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
Shape the cooled mixture into small cylinders.
Dip each croqueta into the beaten eggs, then roll in the breadcrumbs.
Heat the olive oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
Fry the croquetas in batches until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
Drain on paper towels and serve hot.