Crispy Red Curry Chicken Croquettes with Cilantro Lime Greek Yogurt Dressing created by Vinita "Vee" Lark Williams, contest winner

view larger
Prep Time: 45 mins.
Servings: 8
FAGE Used: FAGE Total Classic

Ingredients:

  • 1 Cup FAGE Total Classic
  • 2 Pound chicken, cooked, rough chopped into 1/4 – 1/2 inch cubes
  • 2/3 Cup bread crumbs
  • 3 Tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/3 Cup onion, finely minced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Teaspoon tumeric
  • 1 Teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 Teaspoon Kosher salt, to taste
  • 1 Teaspoon granulated garlic powder
  • 3 Tablespoon red curry paste
  • 4 Tablespoon butter, melted
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 Tablespoon water
  • 1 1/4 Cup Panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
  • 1 Cup vegetable oil

Cilantro Lime Greek Yogurt Dressing:

  • 1 bunch fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
  • 1/3 Cup olive oil
  • 3/4 Cup FAGE Total Greek Yogurt
  • 1 Tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 Tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 Pinch Kosher salt, to taste

Preparation Directions:

  1. In large bowl, combine bread crumbs, cilantro, onion, garlic, cayenne pepper, turmeric, salt, garlic powder, FAGE Total Greek Yogurt, curry paste, butter, egg and water. Fold in chicken until thoroughly mixed.
  2. Form mixture into patties, approximately 3/4" thick and 4" in diameter. (About 1/2 cup per croquette.)
  3. Place panko in a shallow dish like a pie plate; lightly dredge patties until coated. Shake off excess panko.
  4. In heavy skillet over medium-high heat, warm vegetable oil.
  5. Place patties in skillet and cook, turning, about 2 minutes per side or until croquettes are crisp and golden.
  6. Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.

Cilantro Lime Greek Yogurt Dressing:

  1. Blend ingredients in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  2. Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator (will keep up to 7 days).
The tanginess of the FAGE Total Greek Yogurt, along with the spiciness of the curry paste, conveys flavors reminiscent of dining in Delhi, India. The cilantro lime Greek yogurt is the perfect accent. Just add warm naan, rice and a simple salad or sautéed spinach to make a delicious, unforgettable entrée. — Vinita "Vee" Lark Williams

Now serving your FAGE Total Plain Kitchen winners! Check out the winning recipes on the official Fall 2012 FAGE Total Plain Kitchen menu or learn how to cook FAGE Total-inspired dishes from master chef Bobby Flay, and make every meal a little more extraordinary.