Croquetas De Jamon
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Italian
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4
 

Ingredients:

1/4 pound jamon serrano -- cut 1/4 inch cubes
1/2 pound jamon york -- (baked ham), cut 1 inch cubes
1/2 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin seed
2 large hard-boiled eggs -- finely chopped
1/4 cup finely-chopped parsley
1 large egg
2 ounces grated manchego
1/2 cup flour
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
 

Preparation:

Place jamon serrano, jamon York, paprika, cumin seed, hard-boiled eggs, parsley and egg in food processor and blend until smooth. Remove to mixing bowl, add Manchego and 3 tablespoons flour, stir well to combine. Roll into 1-inch ovals and roll into flour. Heat oil in an 8- to 10-inch frying pan until 375 degrees. Cook croquetas in oil until dark golden brown, 5 to 6 at a time. Drain on paper towels and serve warm. Source: MEDITERRANEAN MARIO with Mario Batali From the TV FOOD NETWORK - (Show # ME-1B19)