Croquette

/kroʊˈkɛt/
noun

A small round or oval piece of food made of mashed potatoes or other ingredients, coated in breadcrumbs and fried.

I ordered a plate of croquettes as an appetizer at the restaurant.
Visual representation of "croquette" - A small round or oval piece of food made of mashed potatoes or other ingredients, coated in breadcrumbs and fried.

Usage tips

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appetizer, fried food, side dish

noun

A small round or oval piece of food made of mashed potatoes or other ingredients, coated in breadcrumbs and fried.

I ordered a plate of croquettes as an appetizer at the restaurant.
Visual representation of "croquette" - A small round or oval piece of food made of mashed potatoes or other ingredients, coated in breadcrumbs and fried.

Usage tips

Neutral

appetizer, fried food, side dish

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Culinary Context

Croquettes are often enjoyed as finger foods at parties.

At a gathering, guests may enjoy different types of croquettes as a light snack.
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Cultural Significance

In French cuisine, croquettes are a traditional dish widely appreciated.

Croquettes have been served in many European cultures as a comfort food.
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Texture and Flavor

Croquettes should have a crunchy outer layer and a soft inside.

Choosing the right filling can enhance the flavor of a croquette.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Culinary Context

Croquettes are often enjoyed as finger foods at parties.

At a gathering, guests may enjoy different types of croquettes as a light snack.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Significance

In French cuisine, croquettes are a traditional dish widely appreciated.

Croquettes have been served in many European cultures as a comfort food.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Texture and Flavor

Croquettes should have a crunchy outer layer and a soft inside.

Choosing the right filling can enhance the flavor of a croquette.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Culinary Context

Croquettes are often enjoyed as finger foods at parties.

At a gathering, guests may enjoy different types of croquettes as a light snack.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Significance

In French cuisine, croquettes are a traditional dish widely appreciated.

Croquettes have been served in many European cultures as a comfort food.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Texture and Flavor

Croquettes should have a crunchy outer layer and a soft inside.

Choosing the right filling can enhance the flavor of a croquette.
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