Description
Creamy Crab Croquettes are a delightful fusion of crispy exterior and gooey interior that will elevate any gathering. This viral TikTok sensation brings together the rich flavors of crab meat and luscious bechamel sauce, resulting in an irresistible appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether served warm with a zesty dipping sauce or as part of a lavish brunch platter, these croquettes promise to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. With straightforward steps and easily customizable ingredients, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 150 g crab meat or imitation crab meat (Surimi), shredded
- ½ onion, diced
- 2 spring onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter (for sautéing)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (for dusting)
- 1 egg
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- Neutral oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsp butter (for bechamel)
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for bechamel)
- 120 mL whole milk
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients for a smoother cooking process.
- Sauté crab meat, onion, and spring onions in melted butter until translucent.
- Cool the mixture and prepare the bechamel sauce by whisking melted butter and flour, then gradually adding milk until smooth.
- Combine the cooled mixture with the bechamel sauce and chill for at least one hour.
- Heat oil to 170C / 335F in a large pot; set up plates with flour, egg wash, and panko breadcrumbs.
- Form chilled mixture into balls, coat them first in flour, then egg wash, and finally panko crumbs.
- Fry croquettes until golden brown on each side.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 38mg