TUNA CROQUETTES

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Crushed buttery crackers make the crispy coating for these flavorful appetizers.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     European

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup chopped onions
1/4 cup chopped red bell peppers
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
2 cups mashed potatoes, cooled
2 cans (5 oz. each) tuna, drained, flaked
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Colby & Monterey Jack Cheeses
1 egg, beaten
25 round buttery crackers, crushed (about 1 cup)
2 cups oil

Steps:

  • Cook first 3 ingredients in skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat 10 min. or until onions are tender, stirring occasionally; cool. Mix with potatoes, tuna and cheese.
  • Shape tuna mixture into 12 (3-inch-long) logs. Dip in egg, then roll in cracker crumbs to evenly coat all sides of each log.
  • Heat oil in large saucepan to 375°F. Add tuna logs, in batches; cook 6 min. or until evenly browned, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 260 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 7 g

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