Leftover Turkey Croquettes

Mix turkey meat with cilantro and lime

Grind turkey mixture in a food processor

Heat large pan to medium high heat and add butter

Once butter is melted add onions and sauté until translucent

Add flour to pan to begin the roux and whisk in milk

Once thickened – add in salt, pepper, red wine, and nutmeg

Add in turkey mixture and 1 cup bread crumbs

Simmer for 10 minutes

Add mixture into a baking pan and refrigerate for 2-3 hours

Set up breading station – You will need: 1 bowl with 2-3 eggs + 2 teaspoons of water, 1 plate with bread crumbs + flour + salt/pepper, and tray of croquette mixture

Begin by forming croquettes into cylinders. You can use a tablespoon to measure out equal portions – I used 2 tablespoons for each

If mixture is too sticky, you can add additional bread crumbs. Make sure to completely mix throughout entire mixture

Dip croquettes into eggs and then roll them in the bread crumb mixture to cover

Dip breaded croquette in eggs again and then re-roll in bread crumbs

Place twice breaded croquette in a separate baking pan

Once all croquettes have been breaded – cover pan with plastic wrap and freeze

When ready to cook – heat oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees

Place croquettes in 1 layer in deep fryer basket and fry for 3-4 minutes

Remove and place on plate with paper towels to soak up excess oil

Serve and enjoy! – My family likes to eat them with some ketchup on the side ☺