What matters
Press potatoes instead of blending, which can make the mixture gluey.
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Homemade air fryer potato croquettes
Homemade air fryer potato croquettes from floury potatoes. Boil, let steam off and cool, then bind with egg, shape and coat in breadcrumbs.
Total time
1 hr 27 min
Calories
214 kcal
Servings
3 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Why this recipe works
Dry mashed potato holds its shape
Twelve small croquettes make three side servings. Boiling and cooling are included. Do not use prepared mash with milk, which is wetter than this mixture.
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Recipe
Homemade air fryer potato croquettes
Homemade air fryer potato croquettes from floury potatoes. Boil, let steam off and cool, then bind with egg, shape and coat in breadcrumbs.
Ingredients
3 servings
Method
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1
Prepare
Cut potatoes small and boil about 20 minutes until soft. Drain, let steam off dry and press. Cool at least 10 minutes until only lukewarm.
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2
Mix and season
Divide beaten egg in half. Mix one half with starch, salt and pepper into potatoes. Form twelve short rolls about 2.5 cm across, coat in remaining egg then crumbs and oil lightly.
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3
Cook
If required by the manufacturer, preheat for 3 minutes at 180 °C. Bake two batches of six about 12 minutes each at 180 °C. Turn gently halfway. Egg in the potato centre must cook fully too. Check that the thickest part reaches at least 70 °C for 2 minutes; continue cooking if needed.
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4
Check and serve
Lift out with a spatula and serve four each as a side. Do not shake the hot basket roughly; soft filling may split.
Kitchen know-how
Tips for Homemade air fryer potato croquettes
Serving guidance
Figures include all coating but no sauce or extra side.
Variations
How to adapt this recipe
Add grated cheese to the mixture and reassess binding and salt.
A small pinch of nutmeg suits the potato filling.
Nutrition per serving
214kcal
33.5 gCarbohydrates
6.1 gProtein
5.6 gFat
Values are estimates per serving and may vary depending on the ingredients, brands, portion size and preparation method used.
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about Homemade air fryer potato croquettes
Wet potatoes or egg mixed in while too hot weaken the mixture. Let steam off and cool thoroughly.
Only if dry and without added milk; a different composition changes binding.
No, it is divided between filling and coating, so cook the centre fully too.
No, packaged products have their own instructions and quantities.
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