Asian
Breaded Fried Cheese Rolls (Cream Cheese Croquettes)
$2
20 minsPrep
10 minsCook
30 minsTotal
MediumLevel
Nutrition per serving
402Calories
7gProtein
29gFat
25gCarbs
2gSugar
1gFiber
450mgSodium
60mgChol
10gSat Fat
150mgPotassium
80mgCalcium
1mgIron
0.2mcgVitamin B12
15mgVitamin C
Goes well with
Crisp Pilsner Lager
local
Jasmine Tea
international
vegetarian
Instructions
1
Mix softened cream cheese with diced bell pepper and scallions to form the filling.
2
Shape the cream cheese mixture into small logs or balls and freeze for 20-30 minutes to firm up.
3
Set up a breading station with flour, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs.
4
Coat each cheese roll in flour, then egg wash, then panko, pressing to adhere.
5
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry the rolls in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
6
Drain on paper towels and let cool slightly before serving.
7
Serve with the dark dipping sauce and a small dab of wasabi on the side.
Serves
2 portions ·
2 adults, 0 over 10, 0 under 10
Ingredients
- 112 g112 g cream cheese
- 1/2 cup1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
- 1 tbsp1 tbsp scallions, diced
- 1 1/2 tbsp1 1/2 tbsp dark dipping sauce (unagi or soy-based glaze)
- 1/2 tsp1/2 tsp wasabi
- 1/2 cup1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 22 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cups1 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 tsp1/2 tsp salt
