Croquetas de jamón
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Protein | 10.0 g |
| Fat | 15.0 g |
| Carbs | 24.0 g |
Croquetas de jamón are a classic Spanish tapa made from a thick béchamel base mixed with cured ham, shaped into small cylinders or ovals, breaded and deep-fried. They appear on bar menus and family tables across Spain, typically served hot as a starter or snack. Per 100 g, they provide 270 kcal, 10 g of protein, 15 g of fat and 24 g of carbohydrates, with just 1 g of dietary fibre and 2 g of sugars. Notable minerals include sodium at 620 mg, potassium at 180 mg and calcium at 90 mg per 100 g. They also contribute 60 mcg of vitamin A and 0.3 mcg of vitamin B12. Croquetas de jamón are compatible with a Mediterranean dietary pattern.
How many calories in croquetas de jamón?
Croquetas de jamón contain 270 kcal per 100 g. A single croqueta typically weighs around 30–40 g, putting one piece at roughly 80–110 kcal.
How much sodium is in croquetas de jamón?
Croquetas de jamón contain 620 mg of sodium per 100 g, which is relatively high and largely comes from the cured ham used in the filling. This is worth keeping in mind if you are watching your overall daily sodium intake.
Are croquetas de jamón suitable for a gluten-free diet?
Standard croquetas de jamón are not gluten-free, as both the béchamel base and the breadcrumb coating contain wheat flour. They are listed as compatible only with a Mediterranean dietary pattern, not with gluten-free, vegan or keto diets.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Protein | 10.0 g |
| Fat | 15.0 g |
| Carbs | 24.0 g |
| Sugars | 2.0 g |
| Fiber | 1.0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 5.0 g |
| Monounsaturated | 7.0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 2.0 g |
| Cholesterol | 55.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 90.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 60.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 1.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.30 mcg |