shrimp croquettes

How To Make shrimp croquettes

• Step 1
  In a skillet over medium heat, add 2 Tbsp butter. When melted and starts sizzling, add shrimp and cook until they just turn pink.
• Step 2
  Transfer to a cutting board and allow to cool before cutting them into tiny pieces; set aside.
• Step 3
  In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 Tbsp butter. Add shallots and red peppers; season with ground sea salt. Sauté for 2 minutes.
• Step 4
  Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds. Stir in flour and cook for 1 to 1:30 minutes.
• Step 5
  Pour in heavy cream, and season with Old Bay, smoked paprika, dried thyme leaves, freshly ground mixed peppercorns, and lemon zest; mix well.
• Step 6
  Turn off the heat and add chopped shrimp; stir until evenly blended.
• Step 7
  Transfer the mixture to a bowl and allow it to cool for 15 minutes before covering and transferring it to the fridge for 2 hours.
• Step 8
  A couple of hours later, in a heavy-bottomed skillet, bring the oil temperature to 375 degrees F.
• Step 9
  In a shallow dish, beat egg with milk; set aside. In another shallow dish, add finely ground bread crumbs.
• Step 10
  Using a 2-inch portion scoop, divide the shrimp mixture into 8 equal balls.
• Step 11
  Working with one at a time, dredge in the bread crumb mixture, making sure it’s entirely covered, shaking off any excess. Place in the egg mixture and ensure it’s well coated. Return the croquette to the bread crumbs and evenly coat again. Transfer to a plate while doing the others.
• Step 12
  Without crowding, carefully place croquettes in the oil and fry them until golden brown, about 3 minutes, moving them around.
• Step 13
  Transfer them onto a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Set aside while frying the others. Make 8, 2-inch croquettes.
• Step 14
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