Recipes Appetizers and Snacks Tapas Crispy Tuna Croquettes Be the first to rate & review! 4 Photos Tuna, panko, and fresh herbs are used to create delicious Spanish tapas-inspired bite-size croquettes with garlic aioli for dipping. Garnish with sprigs of parsley. Submitted by MariaTheSoaper Updated on January 4, 2022 Save Rate Print Share Close Add Photo 4 4 Prep Time: 30 mins Cook Time: 11 mins Additional Time: 3 hrs Total Time: 3 hrs 41 mins Servings: 8 Yield: 8 croquettes Jump to Nutrition Facts Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients Garlic Aioli: 1 egg yolk, at room temperature 3 large cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon lemon juice 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 5 tablespoons canola oil salt and ground black pepper to taste 1 pinch Spanish paprika Croquettes: ¼ cup butter ¼ cup all-purpose flour ¾ cup milk 1 (5 ounce) can solid white albacore tuna in water (such as Bumble Bee®) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill ½ teaspoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon lemon zest 1 dash ground nutmeg salt and ground black pepper to taste 2 eggs 2 cups panko bread crumbs vegetable oil for frying Directions Whisk egg yolk, garlic, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice in a bowl until well-blended. Drizzle in 1 tablespoon olive oil and canola oil slowly, whisking constantly, until blended. Drizzle in remaining olive oil and canola oil, whisking constantly, until thick and smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Transfer aioli to the refrigerator. Melt butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Stir in flour to make a paste, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low. Stir in milk gradually until sauce thickens, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in tuna, parsley, chives, dill, 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, lemon zest, and nutmeg. Cook and stir until mixture is the consistency of mashed potatoes, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Spread tuna mixture in a baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and cool in refrigerator, 2 to 3 hours or overnight. Whisk 2 eggs in a small bowl. Pour panko bread crumbs into a shallow dish. Divide chilled tuna mixture into 8 equal portions; shape into cylinders or patties with lightly moistened hands. Dip cylinders into egg wash and roll in bread crumbs to coat. Arrange on a plate and chill until firm, about 1 hour. Heat vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Fry croquettes in batches until golden brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve alongside aioli. Cook's Notes: Substitute regular bread crumbs for the panko bread crumbs if desired. Substitute safflower oil for the canola oil if desired. Editor's Notes: We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 370 Calories 29g Fat 24g Carbs 10g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 8 Calories 370 % Daily Value * Total Fat 29g 37% Saturated Fat 7g 35% Cholesterol 94mg 31% Sodium 248mg 11% Total Carbohydrate 24g 9% Dietary Fiber 0g 1% Total Sugars 1g Protein 10g 20% Vitamin C 3mg 3% Calcium 46mg 4% Iron 1mg 4% Potassium 118mg 3% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.