Fried Salsify And Celeriac Croquettes

Ingredients

• 2 roots salsify
• 1 large celeriac
• Vinegar and water for soaking
• Boiling water for cooking
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Few drops onion juice
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp milk
• 1 tbsp cream
• 1 egg
• Egg for dipping
• Cracker crumbs for coating
• Oil for frying

Method

1. 1 Wash, scrape, and cut salsify and celeriac into pieces. Cover with vinegar and water for 1 hour to prevent browning.
2. 2 Drain vinegar mixture, cover with boiling water, and cook until very tender. Drain well.
3. 3 Mash vegetables smooth. Season with salt, pepper, and onion juice. Stir in butter, milk, cream, and egg over heat.
4. 4 Turn mixture into a bowl and cool completely. Shape into croquettes.
5. 5 Dip croquettes in beaten egg, coat with cracker crumbs, and fry in hot oil until golden.