Japanese Korokke
Japanese Korokke, a delightful and comforting dish, draws inspiration from French croquettes but takes on a unique Japanese twist. With a crispy exterior and a soft, flavorful interior, these golden patties enhance any dining tablescape with their warm, inviting aroma. A beloved street food and home-cooked delight, Korokke beautifully embodies multicultural culinary exchange.
Ingredients
3 medium potatoes - peeled and roughly chopped
200 grams ground beef (minced beef) - preferably grass-fed for better flavor
1 medium onion - finely chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce - use a naturally brewed variant for authenticity
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup panko breadcrumbs - for a superior crunch, use fresh panko if available
1 cup all purpose flour (plain flour Australia and UK) - for dusting
2 large eggs - beaten
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper - freshly ground
2 cups vegetable oil - for frying
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water for 15 minutes until tender. Drain and mash until smooth while still hot.
- In a pan over medium heat, add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté the onion over low heat until golden and fragrant, about 8 minutes.
- Combine cooked beef, onions, soy sauce, and sugar in the pan. Mix and cook for 2 more minutes.
- Add the mixture to the mashed potatoes and mix well. Season with salt and pepper, then form into oval patties.
- Dredge each patty lightly in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil to 175°C (350°F) and fry each korokke until golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Notes
For a richer taste, add a hint of nutmeg to the potato mixture. For a vegetarian version, replace beef with chopped mushrooms or lentils.
Nutrition
Calories: 1412kcalCarbohydrates: 69gProtein: 23gFat: 118gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 64gMonounsaturated Fat: 28gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 983mgPotassium: 993mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 140IUVitamin C: 34mgCalcium: 81mgIron: 5mg
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