Home cooking attempt — Croquetas from scratch

I spent an afternoon making Croquetas from scratch following a traditional recipe. Getting saffron right was the main challenge — it's not as straightforward as it looks. The deeply aromatic result was rewarding once I got it right.

the tapas tradition developed as small accompaniments to drinks. I served it with Cava sparkling wine as the recipe suggested and the pairing made sense. It took longer than I expected but the outcome was genuinely satisfying. Making Croquetas yourself gives you a new appreciation for what goes into it at a restaurant.