Tuna Olive Croquettes

Crispy on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside, Tuna Olive Croquettes are a Mediterranean-inspired delight perfect for appetizers, snacks, or party platters. This recipe blends flaky canned tuna with velvety mashed potatoes, briny green olives, and fresh parsley to create a harmonious balance of flavors. Each croquette is coated in a golden, crunchy breadcrumb crust after a simple breading process. A quick fry in hot oil transforms them into perfectly crisp morsels that pair beautifully with a creamy dipping sauce or zesty salad. Ready in under an hour, these savory croquettes are a surefire hit for any occasion! Keywords: Tuna Olive Croquettes, Mediterranean-inspired appetizers, crispy golden croquettes, party snacks, easy fried recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams canned tuna
• 500 grams potatoes
• 50 grams green olives (pitted and finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
• 50 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 500 milliliters vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes, chop them into chunks, and boil them in salted water for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and mash them until smooth. Let them cool slightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, flake the canned tuna with a fork. Add the mashed potatoes, chopped green olives, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into small oval croquettes, about 2 tablespoons each, and set them aside on a tray.

Step 4

Prepare a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with the beaten egg mixed with milk, and one with breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Dredge each croquette in the flour, then dip it into the egg mixture, and coat it evenly with breadcrumbs. Repeat until all croquettes are breaded.

Step 6

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or pot over medium heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F). If you don't have a thermometer, test the oil by dropping in a small piece of bread—it should sizzle and turn golden in about 15 seconds.

Step 7

Fry the croquettes in batches, turning occasionally, for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and crisp. Do not overcrowd the pan.

Step 8

Remove the croquettes with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the Tuna Olive Croquettes warm with your favorite dipping sauce or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1493.7 grams (1493.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5714

Total Fat 520.50g	667%
Saturated Fat 76.10g	381%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 258mg	86%
Sodium 5485mg	238%
Total Carbohydrate 228.90g	83%
Dietary Fiber 18.10g	65%
Total Sugars 15.20g
Protein 91.40g	183%

Vitamin D 213IU	1065%
Calcium 272mg	21%
Iron 16mg	88%
Potassium 3282mg	70%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.5%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 15.3%