Mushroom and Cheese Croquettes
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Ingredients
- 300 g chestnut mushrooms, finely chopped
- 50 g unsalted butter
- 80 g plain flour
- 400 ml whole milk
- 100 g mature cheddar, grated
- 2 egg, beaten
- 150 g breadcrumbs
- 500 ml vegetable oil for frying
Method
- 1
Melt the butter in a pan and fry the mushrooms for 6-7 minutes until golden and any liquid has evaporated.
- 2
Stir in the flour and cook for a minute, then gradually whisk in the milk to make a thick, smooth sauce.
- 3
Remove from the heat, stir in the cheddar and season well. Spread onto a tray and chill for at least 1 hour until firm.
- 4
Shape the mixture into 12 small croquettes, dip each in beaten egg then coat in breadcrumbs.
- 5
Heat the oil in a deep pan to 180C and fry the croquettes in batches for 3-4 minutes until deep golden and hot through.
- 6
Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot.
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