A savory treat you’ll fall in love with!
So crispy outside and creamy inside, this recipe will be a family favorite!
Ingredients:
- 80g (⅓ cup) butter
- 100g (¾ cup) flour
- 500ml (2 cups) milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 50g (½ cup) cheese
- 100g (⅔ cup) ham, cut into small cubes
- Egg wash, flour and breadcrumbs for dredging.
Instructions:
- Melt butter and cook the flour in it until the butter is fully absorbed.
- Start pouring milk in batches, while whisking constantly, making sure to remove any lumps.
- Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg.
- Cook for 3-5 minutes, until thick.
- Add ham and cheese, then spread milk mixture in a small tin, cover with plastic and let chill for around 30 minutes.
- Cut into 10-12 pieces, dust with flour, dip each one in an egg wash, and cover with breadcrumbs, making sure to cover each spot, otherwise, milk mixture might leak out.
- Heat vegetable oil to 180C / 350F and cook milk nuggets for 3-4 minutes, until golden.
- Drain on paper towels and serve.
- Enjoy your crispy milk croquettes.