Korokke are Japanese croquettes. This is a variation of potato korokke. Curry powder adds a great flavor to the filling.
Ingredients:
- 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/4 lb ground pork
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tsps curry powder
- salt and pepper to season
- *flour and panko (breadcrumb) for coating
- *vegetable oil for deep-frying
Preparation:
Boil potatoes until softened in a large pan. Drain and mash potatoes while they are hot. Heat some vegetable oil in a medium skillet and saute onion and pork on medium heat until cooked through. Mix mashed potatoes and onion and pork in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and curry powder. Make flat and oval-shaped patties. Coat each piece with flour. Dip in beaten egg, and coat with panko at last. Deep-fry in about 350 F oil until browned.
*Makes 4 servings