Appetizer: United Kingdom – Black Pudding Croquettes with Apple Purée

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 10 min

Total 25 min

Ingredients

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.

8 oz (225 g) black pudding, crumbled
1 cup (240 ml) mashed potato
1 small onion, finely chopped and sautéed
1 egg, beaten
flour, for dusting
breadcrumbs, for coating
oil, for frying
1 apple, peeled and chopped
1 tbsp (15 ml) sugar
1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice

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8 oz / 225 g black pudding, crumbled
1 cup (240 ml) mashed potato
1 small onion, finely chopped and sautéed
1 egg, beaten
flour, for dusting
breadcrumbs, for coating
oil, for frying
1 apple, peeled and chopped
1 tbsp (15 ml) sugar
1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice

Instructions

1. Sauté onion until soft; mix with crumbled black pudding and mashed potato to form a cohesive mixture; season lightly.
2. Shape mixture into small logs or balls, dust in flour, dip in beaten egg, and coat in breadcrumbs.
3. Fry croquettes in hot oil until golden and crisp, drain on paper towel.
4. Meanwhile, simmer apple with sugar and lemon juice until soft, then purée until smooth.
5. Serve croquettes warm with a dollop of apple purée for dipping.