Bolivian Croquetas

Tuna-Stuffed Quinoa Patties

Preparation info
  • Yield: Makes 12 croquettes, to serve

    4

    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Epic Air Fryer Cookbook: 100 Inspired Recipes That Take Air-Frying in Deliciously Exciting New Directions

By Emily Paster

Published 2019

  • About

Quinoa, an ancient grain from South America, has become trendy of late because it is gluten free, high in protein, and has a sweet, nutty flavor. Just as many cuisines have croquettes made with leftover rice or potatoes, in Andean cuisine, quinoa forms the base for a croqueta filled with ham and cheese or, as here, tuna. These tuna-stuffed quinoa patties are packed with protein and require only basic pantry ingredients, so you can whip up a quick and healthy meal even when it feels l