Día de la Croqueta (Croquette Day) is a celebration of the beloved Spanish dish in Spain, observed on January 16 each year. The date was chosen as it is the feast day of Saint Anthony Abbot, the patron saint of animals, as pigs are often used in the preparation of croquetas.
On this day, restaurants and bars across the country offer special croquette menus, and there are often cooking competitions and tastings. People also gather in their homes with family and friends to enjoy this delicious treat.
Croquetas are a type of fried ball made with a thick béchamel sauce, typically filled with ham, fish, or vegetables. They are coated in breadcrumbs and fried until golden brown. The croquetas can vary depending on the region, and some popular variations include:
- Croquetas de jamón (ham croquettes)
- Croquetas de bacalao (cod croquettes)
- Croquetas de espinacas (spinach croquetas)
- Croquetas de queso (cheese croquettes)
Nowadays, there are also many creative and modern takes on the classic croqueta, such as croquetas filled with squid ink, foie gras, or even chocolate.
Traditional croquettes are made with a roux-based béchamel sauce made by whisking together equal parts flour and butter, then adding milk and cooking until thickened. The sauce is then cooled and mixed with the desired fillings, such as ham, fish, or vegetables. The mixture is then shaped into balls, coated in breadcrumbs, and fried until golden brown.
Croquetas can be served as an appetizer, a main course, or a snack. They are often served with a dipping sauce, such as aioli or tomato sauce.
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