Korokke
Korokke is a popular Japanese dish that is often enjoyed as a snack or appetizer. It's a delicious combination of mashed potato and ground meat, coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Vegetable oil - For deep frying
- Panko breadcrumbs - 1 cup
- Eggs - 2, beaten
- Flour - 1/2 cup
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
- Ground beef - 200 grams
- Potatoes - 4 large
Let's Get Started
- Peel the potatoes and cut into chunks. Boil until soft and mash until smooth.
- In a pan, cook the ground beef and onion until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the mashed potatoes and meat mixture. Let it cool and shape into oval patties.
- Dredge each patty in flour, dip in beaten egg, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large saucepan to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the korokke in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Appetizer
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 2g