Ham and Manchego Croquetas With Smoked Paprika Aioli Recipe - Food.com
"Addictive ham and nutty Manchego cheese croquetas (I call them croquettes) that can be made ahead and quickly fried at the last minute. This recipe was entered in the contest for Your Best One-Bite Party Snack by Sonali aka The Foodie Physician...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1 1/4 cups whole milk
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1/3 cup serrano ham (about 1.8 oz.) or 1/3 cup prosciutto, finely chopped (about 1.8 oz.)
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1/3 cup grated manchego cheese (about 1.8 oz..)
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1/8 teaspoon grated nutmeg
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kosher salt
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2 eggs
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1 cup panko breadcrumbs
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vegetable oil (for frying)
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1 cup mayonnaise
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2 garlic cloves
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2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon spanish sweet smoked paprika
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