Smoked Cured Beef Croquettes (Croquetas de Cecina)
Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, an exquisite béchamel and with an authentic flavor of cecina (smoked cured beef).
The tapas dictionary
- Cecina
- Cecina is cured meat, typically beef, though goat, horse, or rabbit can also be used. It is salted, smoked, and air-dried. It is usually eaten as a tapa or starter, sliced thinly and often drizzled with olive oil. Its origin is traditionally associated with the province of León.
- Croquette
- A croquette is a fried fritter, typically made with a béchamel sauce and finely chopped ingredients such as ham, chicken, or cod. It is usually served as a tapa or appetizer, often with a drink. Its origins trace back to France, but it has become extremely popular in Spain.