Croquetas de Jamon

My husband and I are first generation Cuban Americans. Our heritage and culture are important to us and we try to raise our kids so that they are aware and proud of where they come from.

As silly as it sounds food is a HUGE part of this. Most typical traditional Cuban dishes are NOT keto friendly. Every time I can "ketofy" one of these dishes and share them with T I feel like I'm able to share with him a little more the wonderful craziness that it is to be Cuban American.

Croquetas de Jamon (Ham Croquet) are a ground ham mixture breaded and then deep fried. I know it might sound off putting but trust me they are delicious and you will find them at all Cuban celebrations from simple family breakfasts, to birthday parties and even weddings! These were easier than I thought they would be to make and a huge hit with the whole family.

Nom Nom 😋 Happy Eating

Croquetas de Jamon:

Ratio: 2.63:1 Serving Size: 3-4 croquetas (64g) Makes: 4 servings

prep time: 10 mins ❤ cook time: 5 mins ❤ total time: 15 mins

The What:

123 g Smoked Ham (canned)
29.6 g Heavy Cream
25 g Egg (1/2 an egg mixed well)
1.6 g Xanthan Gum
8.26 g MCT Oil Powder
27 g Almond Flour (more will be needed to bread the croquetas but that is what sticks to them for calculation of ratio purposes
35 g Coconut Oil (more will be needed for frying but 35 is what is absorbed to croquetas while frying for calculation of ratio purposes)

The How To:

Combine the ham, heavy cream, egg, xanthan gum and MCT powder in a food processor and blend until a smooth mixture is created.
Scoop out about 16 g of mix and form into croqueta shape using oiled hands.
Dredge croquetas in almond flour
Repeat steps 2-3 until all the ham mixture is used up.
Heat coconut oil in a frying pan or fryer and fry croquetas until golden brown.
Store in an airtight container or freeze and reheat as needed.
Serve with cilantro mayo or Cafe con Leche

The Macros: (for 3-4 croquetas, 64g)

Fat: 20.79 g

Protein: 7.36 g

Carbs:2.05 g

Fiber: 1.51 g

Calories: 224.06

Ratio: 2.63:1

Note: Ratio's may vary depending on what brands of products you use. Please make sure you verify ratios in your Ketolicious Calculator prior to giving to your Keto Kiddo!