Salmon Croquettes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 large can salmon, drained
1 large onion, grated
1/2 tsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. minced parsley
1 c. thick white sauce
salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

Combine all ingredients and mix well.
Chill several hours or overnight.
Form into cylinder-like cones or balls.
Blend 1 egg and 1 tablespoon water.
Roll croquettes in fine cracker crumbs, then in egg mixture and again in cracker crumbs (or cracker meal). Fry in deep fryer at 390\u00b0 or in deep fat in skillet until golden brown all over.
Drain well.
In place of salmon, 2 cups cooked, chopped ham, chicken or beef without bones or skin may be used.