croquette

as in cake
a small usually rounded mass of minced food that has been fried a fish croquette that tasted more of filler than of fish

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Recent Examples of croquette In their restaurant 95% of ingredients are produced by members of the cooperative and are used to create dishes such as nettle and dandelion croquettes, or artichokes stuffed with hazelnuts. Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 21 Apr. 2025 What to expect During the dinner, Sam will serve up five courses of exquisite dishes including a balsamic bacon and plum tart tatin with pesto and crème fraîche; and grilled Wagyu beef with a pimento and cheese croquette and Bordelaise sauce. Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 20 May 2025 There are fancy bites like a tuna melt croquette and black garlic Caesar, plus cocktails and drink specials named after athletes. Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025 Once the oil is hot, gently place the salmon croquettes in the pan, being careful not to overcrowd it. Ashia Aubourg, Outside Online, 4 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for croquette
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Noun
  • Be sure to bake this cake in a pan that can go under the broiler.
    Sheri Castle, Southern Living, 18 July 2025
  • Funnel cakes cost $12 to $20, with individual prices depending on the toppings.
    Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado Updated July 16, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2025
Noun
  • Form the salmon mixture into 4 patties and refrigerate until set, at least 20 minutes and up to 24 hours.
    The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 July 2025
  • The patty is thin, seared hot on a plancha for a crisp exterior and juicy, pink center.
    Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 22 July 2025
Noun
  • Her favorite is the Buto Hot Sandwich with chicken cutlets, pink sauce, pesto and fresh mozzarella.
    Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 15 July 2025
  • The meat cutlet is often larger than the bun, leading to its distinctive appearance.
    Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2025

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“Croquette.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/croquette. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.

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