🥖 Crispy Croquetas de Jamón (Spanish Ham Croquettes)

Yields: About 12-14 croquettes
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10–12 mins
Total Time: 30–40 mins

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp butter

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 cup cooked ham, finely diced (preferably Iberian ham or Serrano for authenticity)

• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

• 1 1/2 cups whole milk, warmed

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• A pinch of freshly grated nutmeg (optional)

• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)

• 1 egg, beaten (for dipping)

• 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crispiness)

• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions: 

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