Chicken croquettes with red sauce

We chop the chicken meat into a bowl, season it with salt, add spices, garlic, and starch, mix everything well, and gradually stir in water. We cover the bowl and let it rest for a while.
Ingredients (what you need)
300 g chicken meat (ground)
salt
pepper
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons water
bread crumbs from rolls for coating
oil for frying
Sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 smaller onion
1 carrot
2 slices of ginger
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons ajvar (pepper puree)
2-3 tablespoons tomato paste
salt to taste
a pinch of pepper
1 teaspoon sugar (to taste)
chicken broth for steaming
Recipe steps
We chop the chicken meat into a bowl, season it with salt, add spices, garlic, and starch. We mix everything thoroughly and add water. We cover the bowl and let it cool for a few minutes.
In olive oil, we sauté the chopped onion, garlic, ginger, and carrot slices. Then we stir in the tomato puree and ajvar, mix everything, and add a bit of broth or water. Finally, we season to taste with salt, pepper, and add sugar to enhance the flavor.
We bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer gently. From the ground meat, we form 10 balls, coat them in breadcrumbs, and fry them in oil until golden. We serve with rice or pasta and pour the sauce over.
Additional information about the recipe Chicken croquettes with red sauce
Chicken croquettes with red sauce are a delicious dish that you will love. Golden, crispy croquettes filled with tender chicken meat are the perfect appetizer or main course. The red sauce, usually made from tomatoes and herbs, adds freshness and rich flavor to the dish. This dish is great for family dinners as well as festive occasions. Every bite melts in your mouth and delights your taste buds. Don't miss the chance to enjoy this wonderful combination!