Croquetas de Jamón

Name: Croquetas de Jamón
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20g Jamón; 1 Egg; 2 tbsp Panko

12+moFinger Food

AllergensEggsWheat

Prep20m

Cook20m

Servings4

Classic Spanish ham croquettes with a creamy béchamel center and golden exterior. A beloved tapa that babies can enjoy as a finger food.

Ingredients

Jamón20g

Egg1

Panko2 tbsp

1Make béchamel: melt 1 tbsp butter, stir in 1 tbsp flour, then gradually whisk in 1/4 cup milk until thick and smooth.
2Fold 20g finely diced jamón into the béchamel; chill until firm enough to shape.
3Form small croquettes, dip in beaten egg, and coat lightly in panko.
4Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 15-18 minutes until golden and crisp.
5Cool completely before serving as finger food.

Cook Eggs Thoroughly

Eggs must be fully cooked (no runny yolks or whites) when served to infants and young children to prevent Salmonella infection.