Panko Crusted Jalapeno and Cheese Croquettes

Serves 4

Ingredients

Black Truffle Ranch Dessing

1 1/4 cups Mashed potato /p>

1/2 cup Gruyere, grated

1/2 cup Mature Cheddar, cubed

1/4 cups Jalapenos, finely diced

2 Egg yolks

2 Eggs

3/4 cups 150g Plain flour

1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs

Salt and pepper

Method

  1. In a bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, gruyere, jalapeno, egg yolks and 3 Tbs flour. Mix together to combine and season with salt & pepper. .
  2. Place a tablespoon of your mash mixture into your hand, take a cube of cheddar and place into the middle. Roll together to make a ping pong ball size. Repeat the process with the remaining mash.
  3. On a work surface arrange three bowls with your flour, beaten egg and panko breadcrumbs. Dip each potato ball into your flour and transfer into your egg then panko breadcrumbs. Place on a parchment lined sheet and repeat with the remaining potato balls.
  4. Heat your oil to 325F and deep fry your croquettes for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel adding salt immediately.
  5. Serve over Black Truffle Ranch Dressing and top with more Gruyere