Description
Golden, crispy croquettes with a creamy, flavorful filling made from sweet Japanese pumpkin, perfect as a snack, side dish, or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 kabocha squash, peeled and steamed or roasted until tender
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and boiled
- 1 small onion, finely chopped and sautéed
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Peel and cut the kabocha squash into small chunks. Steam or roast until tender, then mash until smooth. Set aside.
- Peel and boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender. Drain and mash them together with the kabocha.
- Heat butter in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until softened and lightly browned.
- Mix the mashed kabocha and potatoes with the sautéed onion. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg (optional). Let the mixture cool slightly.
- Scoop the filling into portions and shape them into small oval patties, about 2 inches long.
- Set up a dredging station with flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in separate bowls. Coat each patty in flour, dip in egg, and roll in panko until fully covered.
- In a frying pan, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully place the croquettes in the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.
Notes
[‘Cool the filling before shaping to make it easier to handle.’, ‘Maintain oil temperature at 350°F (175°C) for optimal crispiness.’, ‘Double-dredge for extra crunch if desired.’, ‘Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying to keep the oil temperature consistent.’]
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 croquette
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Protein: 4
Keywords: Japanese Pumpkin Korokke, crispy croquettes, kabocha squash recipe, Japanese comfort food, fried croquettes