Idiazabal Croquettes with Herbed Aioli

Idiazabal Croquettes with Herbed Aioli

Savory croquettes made from mashed potatoes enriched with Idiazabal, lightly breaded and fried to a golden crisp, served with a homemade herbed aioli.

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Course: Finger food, Main Course, Snack

Cuisine: Spanish

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

500 gram potatoes, boiled and mashed
100 gram Idiazabal Cheese, grated
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 tbsp all-purpose flour
Salt and pepper, to taste
Bread crumbs, for coating
Oil, for frying

For the Aioli

½ cup mayonnaise
1 garlic clove minced
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp fresh parsley chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Method

Mix the mashed potatoes with grated Idiazabal, egg, flour, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Form the mixture into small croquettes and roll in breadcrumbs.
Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the croquettes until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
For the aioli, combine mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and parsley; season and stir well.
Serve croquettes hot with a side of herbed aioli.

Notes

The creamy, savory flavor of Idiazabal elevates the comfort of classic croquettes, while the aioli adds a fresh, garlicky accent, creating a truly irresistible snack.