Codfish Croquette – 1 bag
$11.95
*All our products are frozen and will be shipped frozen with dry ice.
Don't forget to store them in a freezer upon reception.
Product description below
Codfish croquettes (Croquetas de Bacalao)
These authentic Croquetas de Bacalao are sourced from artisanal producers in Spain, utilizing wild-caught Atlantic Cod (Gadus morhua) preserved through traditional salt-curing methods to intensify its savory profile.
Far from a standard breaded appetizer, these represent the “Gold Standard” of Iberian tapas, featuring a high-ratio inclusion of desalted cod flakes folded into a hyper-stable, velvet-textured béchamel.
Designed for high-volume service, they deliver the precise mouthfeel and flavor complexity required for Michelin-starred small-plate programs and premium catering.
The mmmediterranean Difference
While mass-market croquettes rely on potato starch or thickeners to maintain shape, our mmmediterranean tapas selection adheres to the strict Spanish culinary heritage of a long-cooked milk béchamel.
This process ensures a liquid-gold interior consistency that contrasts sharply with the Panko-style exterior crunch.
By using salt-cured cod rather than fresh, the “Bacalao” profile is concentrated, providing the deep umami notes and flaky texture that characterize authentic Mediterranean gastronomy.
Operational Impact
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Operational Efficiency: Eliminates the 24-hour labor cycle of soaking cod, preparing labor-intensive béchamel, cooling, hand-shaping, and breading. These are ready-to-fry directly from the freezer, requiring zero skilled prep labor.
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Economic Predictability: 100% yield with zero shrinkage or waste. Exact portion control allows for fixed food cost calculation per tapa, ensuring consistent margins across multiple locations.
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Culinary Authority: Provides a “clean-label” solution that bypasses the chemical stabilizers found in domestic frozen appetizers. The use of wild-caught, traceable cod allows for menu transparency that builds trust with discerning, health-conscious diners.
Preparation & Storage
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Professional Frying: Deep fry from frozen in high-smoke-point oil (Olive or Grapeseed) at 180°C (350°F) for 3–4 minutes. Do not overcrowd the basket to ensure a uniform golden-brown crust.
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Service Suggestion: Serve alongside a citrus-infused alioli or a piquillo pepper marmalade to balance the richness of the béchamel.
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Plating: Ideal as a standalone tapa, a passed hors d’oeuvre, or as part of a curated Tabla de Ibéricos.
Shipped frozen with dry ice from our New Jersey warehouse. Maintain in freezer upon reception to preserve IQF quality.
Additional information
| Weight | 3 lbs |
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| Scientific Name | Gadus morhua (Atlantic Cod) |
| Origin | Spain (Atlantic FAO 27) |
| Production Method | Artisanal Béchamel; Salt-Cured & Desalted Cod |
| Condition | Pre-formed, Raw, Breaded & Flash-Frozen |
| Size/Weight per Unit | Approx. 25g – 30g per unit |
| Certifications | Traceable Sourcing; MSC Compliant |
| Dietary Info | 100% Natural, No Artificial Preservatives, Non-GMO |
| Packaging | Bag |
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