Salmon Croquettes Recipe

MELT THE BUTTER IN A SAUCEPAN over moderate heat, blend in the flour,
slowly add the milk. Heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Off
the heat, mix in all seasonings, the egg yolk, soft bread crumbs,
salmon and lemon juice. Cover and chill 3 to 4 hours. Shape the
mixture into 8 patties or sausage-shaped rolls, dip into the beaten
egg, then roll in crumbs to coat. Let stand at room temperature on a
wire rack while you heat the shortening to 375F in a deep fat fryer.
Place 3 or 4 croquettes in the fryer basket, lower into the 375F fat
and fry 2 to 3 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper
toweling, then keep warm by setting, uncovered, in an oven turned to
its keep-warm setting while you fry the rest. Serve hot with tartar
sauce.