Beef Potato Croquettes (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Potato

01 - 1 lb (½ kg) potatoes
02 - 1.6 oz (45 g) shredded cheddar cheese
03 - ½ tsp salt
04 - ½ tsp white pepper
05 - ½ tsp garlic powder

→ Beef Patty

06 - 14 oz (400 g) ground beef
07 - ½ tsp salt
08 - ½ tsp white pepper
09 - ½ tsp garlic powder

→ Final Parts

10 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese
11 - 3.5 oz (100 g) all-purpose flour
12 - 1 large egg
13 - 5.3 oz (150 g) bread crumbs

# Instructions:

01 - Cut each potato into eight pieces. Fry the potatoes until golden but not dry. Transfer to a bowl and mash with a whisk until smooth. Incorporate salt, white pepper, garlic powder, and shredded cheddar cheese into the mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Combine ground beef with salt, white pepper, and garlic powder. Divide mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty. Fry patties over medium heat until both sides are lightly browned. Place patties on a cooling rack to drain excess oil.
03 - Divide mashed potatoes into four equal portions. Flatten each portion to approximately ½ cm thickness. Place one beef patty and one slice of mozzarella cheese on top. Encase the patty and cheese with the mashed potato, forming a croquette.
04 - Dredge each croquette sequentially in flour, then egg wash, and finally bread crumbs. Heat cooking oil in a pan to 170°C (340°F). Fry the croquettes until they turn golden brown. Remove from oil and place on a cooling rack to drain.
05 - Present the croquettes hot with ketchup and mayonnaise on the side.

# Notes:

01 - Ensure oil temperature is maintained at 170°C to achieve a crispy exterior without absorbing excess oil.