leftover turkey croquettes

Ingredients

Mix turkey meat with cilantro and lime
Grind turkey mixture in a food processor
Heat large pan to medium high heat and add butter
Once butter is melted add onions and sauté until translucent
Add flour to pan to begin the roux and whisk in milk
Once thickened – add in salt, pepper, red wine, and nutmeg
Add in turkey mixture and 1 cup bread crumbs
Simmer for 10 minutes
Add mixture into a baking pan and refrigerate for 2-3 hours
Set up breading station – You will need: 1 bowl with 2-3 eggs + 2 teaspoons of water, 1 plate with bread crumbs + flour + salt/pepper, and tray of croquette mixture
Begin by forming croquettes into cylinders. You can use a tablespoon to measure out equal portions – I used 2 tablespoons for each If mixture is too sticky, you can add additional bread crumbs. Make sure to completely mix throughout entire mixture
Dip croquettes into eggs and then roll them in the bread crumb mixture to cover
Dip breaded croquette in eggs again and then re-roll in bread crumbs
Place twice breaded croquette in a separate baking pan
Once all croquettes have been breaded – cover pan with plastic wrap and freeze
When ready to cook – heat oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees
Place croquettes in 1 layer in deep fryer basket and fry for 3-4 minutes
Remove and place on plate with paper towels to soak up excess oil
Serve and enjoy! – My family likes to eat them with some ketchup on the side ☺