Bobotie Croquettes with a Spicy Dip

A delicious twist on traditional Bobotie, these crispy croquettes are perfect as a snack or appetizer. Served with a spicy chili mayo for an extra kick.

Prep Time

20 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

750 kcal

Difficulty

Medium

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£1.75/serving

Season:

🌍 Year-round

Meal Type:

Snack•Bread•Appetiser

Cuisine:

British

Mood:

Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

500gBobotie(Pre-made or homemade bobotie. See below for a basic bobotie recipe if needed.)

£5.00

0.5cupPlain Flour(For dredging)

£0.15

2Eggs(Lightly beaten)

£0.60

1cupBreadcrumbs(Panko breadcrumbs recommended for extra crispiness)

£0.40

1cupVegetable Oil(For frying)

£0.40

0.5cupMayonnaise(For the spicy mayo)

£0.30

1tspSriracha or Chili Sauce(Adjust to taste)

£0.10

0.5tspLemon Juice(To brighten the spicy mayo)

£0.05

Total Cost

£7.00

£1.75 per serving

Instructions

1.
If using pre-made bobotie, skip to the next step. To make a basic bobotie: Heat a little oil in a pan. Brown 500g minced beef or lamb. Add 1 chopped onion and cook until softened. Add 1 tbsp curry powder, 1 tsp turmeric, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp mixed spice, 1 crushed garlic clove, 1/2 cup dried apricots (chopped), 1/4 cup raisins, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup milk and 1 egg. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes, until thickened.
2.
Allow the bobotie to cool slightly. This makes it easier to handle.
3.
Shape the bobotie mixture into small, oval-shaped croquettes, about 1-2 inches long. You should get around 12-16 croquettes.
4.
Place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in three separate shallow bowls.
5.
Dredge each croquette in the flour, then dip it in the beaten egg, and finally coat it thoroughly in the breadcrumbs. Make sure the croquettes are completely covered.
6.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. The oil should be deep enough to submerge the croquettes halfway.
7.
Carefully place the croquettes in the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
8.
Fry the croquettes for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
9.
Remove the croquettes from the oil and place them on a baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
10.
While the croquettes are cooling, prepare the spicy chili mayo. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sriracha or chili sauce, and lemon juice. Mix well.
11.
Serve the bobotie croquettes warm with the spicy chili mayo for dipping.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (200g)

750 kcal / 3138 kJ

Carbs

40g

15% of RDA

Fat

55g

79% of RDA

Protein

25g

50% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

3 g

10% of RDA

Sugar

5 g

6% of RDA

Sodium

500 mg

22% of RDA

Saturated Fat

10 g

50% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavour, use lamb mince in your bobotie.

If the bobotie mixture is too wet, add a little extra breadcrumbs to help bind it together.

To prevent the croquettes from sticking to the pan, make sure the oil is hot enough before adding them.

For a healthier alternative, you can bake the croquettes in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown. Spray lightly with oil before baking.

You can prepare the croquettes ahead of time and refrigerate them until ready to fry. Allow them to come to room temperature slightly before frying for best results.

Cooking Equipment

Large skillet or pot

3 shallow bowls

Baking sheet lined with parchment paper (optional)

Wine Pairings

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