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Nutritional Values
320kcal
18gProtein
30gCarbs
16gFat
1gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Croquetas
How to order / say it
Say it
Croquetas — [kro-KEH-tas]
Order
I'd like the croquetas, please.
Say locally
Fried rolls containing minced ham and cheese in a creamy sauce.
Why try it?
Croquetas are a beloved snack in Miami, found in bakeries and cafes across the city. They offer a comforting taste of Cuban heritage that reflects the vibrant cultural landscape of Miami.
How it tastes
These crispy bites feature a crunchy outer layer with a creamy, savory filling of ham and cheese that melts in your mouth. Each bite delivers a rich, comforting flavor that delights the palate with its hearty and satisfying taste.
Origin & History — first documented: 1950
Introduced by Cuban immigrants, croquetas became popular in Miami from the mid-20th century onward. They evolved from Spanish influences and became a staple of Cuban identity, readily embraced by Miami's multicultural communities.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 200 g Ham
- 🥛 100 g Cheese
- 🌾 100 g Flour
- 🥛 250 ml Milk
- 🥚 1 whole Egg
- 🌾 150 g Breadcrumbs
Method
- 1 Cook minced ham in a saucepan until warm.
- 2 Stir in cheese, flour, and milk to create a creamy mixture.
- 3 Cool the mixture, shape into rolls, coat with egg and breadcrumbs.
- 4 Deep fry until golden and serve hot.
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