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Potato Croquettes Gluten Free

Make these potato croquettes gluten free and even allergen-free, if desired. They are so addictive and the dipping sauce possibilities are endless!
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, French, Mexican
Ingredient Keyword bacon, cheese, chives, mashed potatoes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 5 dozen 1-inch croquettes

Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 pounds russet potatoes peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
  • 3-1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter or dairy-free margarine-Smart Balance
  • 2 tablespoons water or dairy-free milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese I used Mexican blend (or dairy-free like Follow Your Heart)
  • 3 tablespoons bacon bits or more as desired (optional)
  • 1/4 cup snipped chives
  • 1 large egg or 2 tablespoons cannellini bean liquid + 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
  • 3/4 cup white rice flour or brown
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt or more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper or to taste
  • 2 quarts neutral-flavored oil or at least 4-inches

Instructions

  1. Make the mashed potatoes by placing the potato cubes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil over high heat and time for 15 minutes. Lower heat and simmer until tender and the potatoes just break apart when you pierce them with a steak knife. (You do not want the potatoes to be mushy.)
  2. Drain and transfer the potatoes to a mixing bowl. Add the butter, water, cheese, and chives. Mix on medium speed to combine.

  3. Add the egg and beat just until smooth.

  4. Add the flour and combine until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Preheat the oil to 375ºF.
  6. While the oil heats, roll the dough into 1-inch balls (a little less than one tablespoon each); set aside. Set out two plates lined with three layers of paper towels; set aside.
  7. Deep-fry the balls for 5 minutes or until they become golden brown. Allow the excess oil to drip back into the fryer and transfer the croquettes to the prepared plates.
  8. Serve warm or at room temperature with your desired sauce(s).

Tips

Variation:
Add some spices to the dough such as cayenne pepper or chili powder and cumin for a Mexican flare.