Discover the joy of making croquettes at home — from classic potato to salmon, chicken, and Japanese variations. Perfect as snacks, appetizers, or even a main course.

What Are Croquettes?

Croquettes are small, breaded, and fried rolls filled with ingredients like mashed potatoes, meat, fish, or vegetables. Crispy on the outside and creamy inside, they are a beloved comfort food in many cultures. Croquettes can be baked or fried and adapted to countless flavors.

Croquette meaning: The word “croquette” comes from French croquer, meaning “to crunch,” referring to the crispy coating.

Most Asked Croquette Questions

How to make salmon croquettes?

Mix cooked salmon with mashed potatoes, herbs, and seasonings. Shape into small cylinders or balls, coat in breadcrumbs, and fry until golden. Serve hot for a delicious appetizer or main dish.

How to cook salmon croquettes? Pan-fry in oil until golden brown on all sides, or bake in the oven for a healthier option. Ensure the inside is heated through without overcooking.

Salmon Croquettes With A Kick Recipe by Granny in the Kitchen
I was recently reminded of this canned salmon recipe I loved to make 40-some years ago. Vinegar + cayenne = spicy, zesty taste!
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Salmon And Spinach Croquettes Recipe by Rik
Using potatoes instead of ragout, this is quite an easy way to make croquettes. They taste great and store in your freezer for 3 months easily. I’ve made these for Christmas multiple times, and the hard part was all done in November.
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What about Croquettes in American Kitchens?

Croquettes traveled to the U.S. through European immigrants—Spanish, French, and Dutch families all brought their own versions. Cuban croquettes, especially ham-filled ones, became staples in Miami bakeries and beyond.

Today, croquettes show up in weeknight dinners, as party appetizers, or even as creative leftover makeovers (mashed potatoes, rotisserie chicken, or Thanksgiving turkey all work). They’re the definition of a crowd-pleaser: crispy, comforting, and endlessly flexible.

Can I use chicken or ham? Yes! Try chicken, ham, tuna, turkey, or crab croquettes.

Rotisserie Chicken Croquettes 🍗 Recipe by Noelia Cocinillas
If there’s one thing I absolutely love, it’s croquettes! In all their forms. Here’s a recipe I made using some leftover rotisserie chicken. They’re wonderful! 😍
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Duck Prosciutto Croquettes (Croquetas De Magret Séché) Recipe by josevillalta
“Magret séché” is fresh duck breast that has been cured in salt for several days, similar to how ham is made. It’s sliced thin and seasoned with various spices depending on the producer, such as pepper, bay leaf, and more. André Daguin, chef at the Hôtel de France in Auch (Gers), was the first to pr…
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Are Japanese croquettes different? Yes, Japanese croquettes (korokke) often use mashed potatoes and ground meat, lightly fried with panko breadcrumbs.

Korokke (Japanese Croquette) Recipe by Encar
Let’s make some delicious Japanese croquettes, which are very easy to prepare. You’re going to love them! Source: japonshop
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Baked Tuna Korokke Recipe by cookpad.japan
I make this dish when I don’t feel like deep-frying in hot oil or when I prefer a healthier meal. -You can also make the mashed potatoes by peeling their skins, soaking in water and microwaving in a heatproof dish. -If it’s too much trouble to bake in the oven, you could also heat it in a toaster ov…
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Croquettes are trending because of their perfect balance of crispy exterior and creamy interior, making them irresistible finger foods for parties and family meals. Their versatility and global variations keep home cooks experimenting and sharing their favorite twists online.

Did You Know…?

Croquettes have been enjoyed since the 18th century in France and became popular worldwide. The crispy coating makes them perfect finger food, while the creamy center allows endless flavor variations.

Others 5 croquettes recipes if you love it... 🧡

Broad Bean Croquet Recipe by Aunty Eiko’s international cuisine experience
We always make croquettes with potatoes but my sister recommended onion croquettes were so nice. So I made onion broad bean croquettes. #GoldenApron23
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🥔🥔Potato Based Cocido Croquettes🥔🥔 Recipe by Lara Aragon ” El SARAO DE LARA”
Previously, I shared a recipe for potato-based croquettes that were gluten-free, dairy-free, and egg-free. This time, I used lactose-free milk and lactose-free butter, but included egg for breading. They turned out delicious. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cocido in a slightly differe…
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Eggplant Croquettes Recipe by Bianca Mwale
Eggplant croquettes, midday at the bar for day drinking slapped! I love the idea of going to a bar and not drinking dry on an empty stomach. Absolutely appreciate all places running a restaurant bar - you guys are such life savers. In the last 6 to 8months, I’ve grown a fondness to eggplant croquett…
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Sweet Potato Croquettes. Gluten Free. Air Fryer 😋 Low Fat Recipe by Dawnann68s
Made with sweet potato little corn and plum tomatoes.. Chickpea flour and homemade breadcrumbs from tiger baguette 🥖. #GoldenApron24 Shop bought ones contain allot of fat so these are delicious 😋😋 and very low fat and gluten free.
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🧈🥔Potato Croquettes🥔🧈 Recipe by Irum Zaidi Home Cooking
Make these homemade potato croquettes for the whole family to enjoy. Coated in breadcrumbs, they can be baked or fried. #cristmax #cristmaxmeals
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