Sunday Brunch: Thanksgiving Leftover Croquettes

Dairy Free
Health score
15%
Sunday Brunch: Thanksgiving Leftover Croquettes
45 min.
4
2493kcal

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Transform your Thanksgiving leftovers into a delightful culinary experience with these Thanksgiving Leftover Croquettes! Perfect for a Sunday brunch, these croquettes are not only delicious but also dairy-free, making them suitable for a variety of dietary preferences. Imagine crispy, golden-brown bites filled with the comforting flavors of mashed potatoes, tender roast turkey, and a hint of sweet cranberry sauce. Each croquette is a little pocket of joy that captures the essence of the holiday feast.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these satisfying croquettes that serve four people, making them an ideal choice for a cozy lunch or a festive dinner. The combination of crunchy panko breadcrumbs and the savory filling creates a delightful contrast in textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, frying them to perfection in peanut or canola oil ensures a crispy exterior that encases the warm, flavorful filling.

Whether you're looking to impress guests or simply want to enjoy a creative twist on your holiday leftovers, these croquettes are sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to indulge in a deliciously unique dish that celebrates the spirit of Thanksgiving in every bite!

Ingredients

  • quart canola oil 
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • servings kosher salt 
  • cups panko bread crumbs 
  • 2.5 cups potatoes mashed
  • cup deli turkey leftover roughly chopped
  • 0.5 cup roasted cranberry sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • wok
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Combine mashed potatoes, 1 beaten egg, flour, and pinch of salt in medium bowl and mix until thoroughly combined. In separate bowl mix cranberry sauce and chopped turkey.
  2. Take 1/3 cup of mashed potato mixture and make cup in your hands, place 1 heaping tablespoon of turkey cranberry mixture in mashed potato cup and seal potato around it. Repeat with remaining ingredients making 8 large croquettes.
  3. Beat remaining 3 eggs in pie plate. Dip croquettes one at a time in egg, followed by breadcrumbs. Repeat until all croquettes are breaded.
  4. Heat oil in 12-inch non-stick skillet, wok, or Dutch oven to 350°F. Fry croquettes in batches, making sure not to crowd the pan.
  5. Drain on paper towels, season with salt, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Calories2493kcal
Protein3.44%
Fat86.37%
Carbs10.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.69
Glycemic Load
18.86
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
26.113912976306%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.04mg
Delphinidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
1.05mg
Myricetin
0.94mg
Quercetin
1.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:2492.91kcal
124.65%
Fat:242.98g
373.82%
Saturated Fat:19.31g
120.72%
Carbohydrates:64.5g
21.5%
Net Carbohydrates:59.78g
21.74%
Sugar:15.19g
16.88%
Cholesterol:182.61mg
60.87%
Sodium:1190.6mg
51.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.77g
43.55%
Vitamin E:42.23mg
281.53%
Vitamin K:173.79µg
165.52%
Phosphorus:354.1mg
35.41%
Selenium:22.87µg
32.68%
Vitamin C:26.21mg
31.77%
Vitamin B1:0.45mg
29.83%
Manganese:0.54mg
26.8%
Vitamin B6:0.5mg
25.24%
Iron:4.22mg
23.44%
Potassium:807.19mg
23.06%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
22.93%
Copper:0.41mg
20.62%
Folate:80.99µg
20.25%
Fiber:4.72g
18.9%
Vitamin B3:3.66mg
18.31%
Magnesium:65.87mg
16.47%
Zinc:1.93mg
12.86%
Vitamin B5:1.25mg
12.45%
Calcium:103.53mg
10.35%
Vitamin B12:0.5µg
8.28%
Vitamin D:0.88µg
5.87%
Vitamin A:254.93IU
5.1%