Copycat HelloFresh Crispy Shallot Pork Croquettes
Add Preferred SourceIf you’ve ever had HelloFresh meals, you’ll know they’re quick, easy and convenient. But they can also get pricey! I love making our favorite HelloFresh recipes at home, like this copycat HelloFresh Crispy Shallot Pork Croquettes. Meaty, flavorful, and delish, I make them in the air fryer so they’re even tastier!
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These Crispy Shallot Croquettes are more like meat patties, but they’re coated in a crispy crunchy coating that’s irresistible.
Made with affordable ground pork, I’ve got a few shortcuts for you to help make these even easier. There’s not much chopping, just a bit of mixing and then a quick trip into the air fryer.
Ready in a jiffy, serve these with your favorite potatoes or pasta on the side, along with a green veggie and dinner is ready!
Ingredients
- Ground pork – I use lean ground pork so the croquettes stay crisp instead of greasy.
- Leftover mashed potatoes – Cold mashed potatoes work best here; warm potatoes make the mixture too soft to shape.
- All-purpose flour – This helps bind everything together so the croquettes don’t fall apart while frying.
- Dijon mustard – Yellow mustard works in a pinch, but Dijon has better tang.
- Worcestershire sauce – A small amount adds depth and umami; too much can make the mixture salty.
- Salt and pepper – Season to taste.
- Panko bread crumbs – I stick with panko because it creates a lighter, crispier crust than regular breadcrumbs.
- Butter – Salted or unsalted, both work. If you’re using unsalted butter, add a pinch of salt to the meat mixture.
- Mayonnaise – Full-fat mayo works best. Light mayo can separate when mixed with warm ingredients.
- Crispy fried onions – Like French’s Original Crispy Fried Onions. Don’t use raw shallots—they won’t cook through in time.
How To Make Copycat HelloFresh Crispy Shallot Croquettes
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Preheat the air fryer to 400°F so it is fully hot and ready when the patties go in.
Melt the butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add the Panko bread crumbs. Stir frequently until the crumbs turn golden brown and toasty. Transfer them to a medium bowl to cool slightly. A silicone spatula helps scrape every bit of buttery crunch from the pan.
Crush the crispy fried onions using a rolling pin or food processor, then stir them into the toasted Panko. Reserve about ¼ cup of the mixture for serving later.
Combine the ground pork, mashed potatoes, flour, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Use a meat chopper to mix everything evenly without overworking the meat.
Shape the mixture into medium-sized patties, keeping them uniform so they cook evenly.
Brush the patties lightly with mayonnaise using a pastry brush, then press them firmly into the Panko and onion mixture until well coated.
Arrange the patties in the air fryer basket in a single layer. An air fryer liner helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier. Air fry at 400°F for about 10 minutes, flip carefully, then continue cooking until the croquettes reach an internal temperature of 165°F. An instant-read thermometer takes the guesswork out.
Remove the croquettes from the air fryer, sprinkle with the reserved crispy crumbs, and serve hot.
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Use lean ground pork so you don’t have much fat coming out of the patties as they cook.
- Panko keeps its crunch through the cooking process, but you could use regular bread crumbs if you can’t find Panko.
- Add more flavor! A bit of onion powder and garlic powder to the pork mixture will infuse it with even more flavor.
Make It A Meal
Serve these crispy croquettes on a bed of fresh mixed greens or alongside a tangy coleslaw to balance the richness. They also pair wonderfully with a dollop of sour cream or a rustic mustard sauce. For a heartier meal, consider adding a side of roasted vegetables or a simple tomato salad.
Storage
Leftover croquettes can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, simply place them in a preheated oven or air fryer at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through. These croquettes also freeze well. Freeze them on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be baked straight from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time to ensure they’re heated through and crispy, which makes them perfect for meal prepping.
Copycat HelloFresh Crispy Shallot Croquettes
Ingredients
for pork
- 1.5 pounds lean ground pork
- ¼ cup mashed potatoes leftover mashed potatoes work great
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
for the topping
- 1 ¼ cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup crispy onions crushed
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Melt the butter in a skillet add the Panko bread crumbs, and cook them over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until they’re golden brown. Transfer the crumbs to a medium-sized bowl.
- Crush the crispy fried onions and add them to the butter-Panko mixture and mix well to combine. Set aside about ¼ cup of this mixture.
- Combine the ground pork, mashed potatoes, flour, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Shape the mixture into medium-sized patties.
- Brush the patties all over with the mayonnaise then press them into the Panko-onion crumbs.
- Transfer the coated patties to your air fryer and air fry at 400-F for about 10 minutes then flip and cook until they reach an internal temperature of 165-F.
- Remove them from the air fryer, serve with a spoonful of the reserved crumbs, and enjoy!
Notes
Chef Jenn’s Tips
- Use lean ground pork so you don’t have much fat coming out of the patties as they cook.
- Panko keeps its crunch through the cooking process, but you could use regular bread crumbs if you can’t find Panko.
- Add more flavor! A bit of onion powder and garlic powder to the pork mixture will infuse it with even more flavor.
Nutrition
A Note on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.
These croquettes are my new favorite recipe. I love anything crispy and crunchy coated in panko. I also love this recipe uses mashed potatoes which I usually make more than we need and like to have recipes to use the leftovers.