Grandma’s Old German Meat Croquettes

Ingredients
Ingredient Quantity
Potatoes 2 medium, peeled and grated
Ground beef 1 kilogram
Carrot 1 medium, grated
Red bell pepper 1/2, chopped into small cubes
Onion 1 medium, grated
Parsley To taste
Eggs 2 whole
Garlic cloves 3, crushed
Salt 1 teaspoon
Black pepper 1 generous pinch
Sweet paprika 1 teaspoon
Preparation Steps
Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes
Grate and Squeeze: Grate the two peeled potatoes using a fine grater. Place the grated potatoes in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. Squeeze out as much of the starchy liquid as possible. This step is crucial to ensure the croquettes have the right texture and aren’t too wet.

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