Creamy and golden Spanish Serrano ham croquettes

What does it include?

Ingredients

• 100 g finely chopped serrano ham
• 50 g butter
• 50 g plain flour
• 500 ml whole milk
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• Go out to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• 2 eggs
• 100 g breadcrumbs
• Oil for frying

How to prepare it step by step?

Preparation

1. Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
2. Add the flour and mix until it forms a smooth roux, cooking for 2 minutes to remove the raw flavor.
3. Gradually add the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
4. Continue cooking until the mixture thickens into a creamy béchamel.
5. Stir in the chopped serrano ham, nutmeg, salt, and pepper.
6. Mix well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely.
8. Form small croquettes with the cold mixture.
9. Dip each croquette in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
10. Heat oil in a frying pan until hot, then fry the croquettes until they turn a rich golden brown.
11. Drain on absorbent paper before serving.