What does “Indo-Dutch” mean in food?

Indo-Dutch cuisine is the result of Dutch and Indonesian cultures blending during the colonial period. Dishes like croquettes, nasi goreng, and spekkoek became staples in Dutch households, adapted with local Indonesian spices and ingredients. Cynthia’s croquettes are a direct reflection of this history – a Dutch snack with Indonesian influence that’s become part of her family heritage.

How are Indo-Dutch croquettes different from regular croquettes?

Traditional European croquettes usually feature a simple ragout or mashed potato filling. Indo-Dutch croquettes, like Cynthia’s, often incorporate subtle Indonesian spices and a mix of beef, vegetables, and potato for extra flavour depth. They’re lighter and more aromatic, making them distinct from heavier European versions.

What’s the best way to enjoy these croquettes?

The classic Dutch way is simple – serve hot with a dab of mustard. For a fuller meal, pair them with crusty bread and salad. They also work wonderfully as appetisers at parties or part of an Indonesian rijsttafel (shared feast). For best texture, reheat in the oven or air fryer until crisp and golden.

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Cynthia's Dutch Croquettes

Name: Cynthia's Dutch Croquettes
Brand: Cynthia
Price: 26.0 AUD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.9 (47 reviews)

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Crispy Golden Croquettes Filled with Rich, Silky Beef Ragout

Cynthia’s croquettes are a beloved Indo-Dutch snack, born from the fusion of Dutch and Indonesian cuisines. These golden parcels are filled with a savoury mixture of slow-cooked beef mince, vegetables, and potato, rolled in fine breadcrumbs, and deep-fried until irresistibly crisp on the outside with a soft, fluffy filling inside. Every bite delivers crunch followed by tender, spiced beef and potato – the kind of flavour and texture contrast that makes them a staple across generations of Indo-Dutch families.

This recipe has been passed down from Cynthia’s grandmother, who prepared many Indo-Dutch dishes after growing up in Indonesia during Dutch colonial times. Today, Cynthia continues this tradition, sharing croquettes that celebrate her heritage and introduce more people to the vibrant but little-known world of this cuisine. Whether enjoyed as a snack with mustard, part of a mezze-style spread, or as a light meal with salad and bread, these croquettes bring together the best of two cultures in every bite.

Cooked with ❤ by Cynthia

Preparation Instructions

Cook from frozen
Step 1 - Preheat Oven 200°C
Step 2 - Place Croquettes on a baking tray
Step 3 - Bake 7-10mins

Ingredients & Allergens

Ingredients: potatoes, flour (Gluten), milk powder, butter (milk), nutmeg, white pepper, salt, beef mince, carrots, celery, green beans, water, egg, bread crumbs (gluten), oil.

Contains: Milk, Eggs, Gluten

Serving Size, Spice & Suggestions

🍴 x6 Croquettes per serving

🎉 Best served either as an appetiser or with a green salad to make it a main 🥗

🌶️ Spice Level -Not spicy

About Your Cook

Hi I'm Cynthia,
Cooking just puts me in the best mood. Almost always when I’m in the kitchen I’ll have 70s music playing in the background – “Oh, What a Night” never gets old! Cooking is important to me because it is therapeutic. Nothing works as a better stress-reliever and nothing is more therapeutic than getting in the kitchen and cooking good wholesome food. I love cooking because absolutely nothing makes me happier than feeding my loved ones and seeing people enjoy my cooking.

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Storage & Delivery

This dish has been handmade with love in small batches by Cynthia, before being freshly frozen for your convenience.

Keep frozen for up to 2 months from purchase, once thawed keep refrigerated and serve within 48 hours.

We deliver across NSW, VIC, SA, ACT and QLD. To check if we deliver to you enter your postcode and suburb in the delivery checker at the top of our page. ☝🏻

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Discovering authentic Indo-Dutch cuisine through a family recipe
After school snacks, before sport fillers
Serving as appetisers or light meals with salad and bread
Bringing a taste of Dutch cafés and Indonesian heritage to your table

Handmade with Love by Accredited Local Cooks

Freshly Frozen for Your Convenience

Delivering to NSW, ACT, SA, VIC, QLD

: Indo-Dutch cuisine is the result of Dutch and Indonesian cultures blending during the colonial period. Dishes like croquettes, nasi goreng, and spekkoek became staples in Dutch households, adapted with local Indonesian spices and ingredients. Cynthia’s croquettes are a direct reflection of this history – a Dutch snack with Indonesian influence that’s become part of her family heritage.
: Traditional European croquettes usually feature a simple ragout or mashed potato filling. Indo-Dutch croquettes, like Cynthia’s, often incorporate subtle Indonesian spices and a mix of beef, vegetables, and potato for extra flavour depth. They’re lighter and more aromatic, making them distinct from heavier European versions.
: The classic Dutch way is simple – serve hot with a dab of mustard. For a fuller meal, pair them with crusty bread and salad. They also work wonderfully as appetisers at parties or part of an Indonesian rijsttafel (shared feast). For best texture, reheat in the oven or air fryer until crisp and golden.

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Kate
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3 days ago
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Cynthia's Dutch Croquettes
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great as a entree
These were really enjoyable. We had them without a dipping sauce and they were still very tasty. Will be ordering more and experimenting with different dipping sauces
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Thanks so much for your review Kate!
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Cynthia's Chicken Pasties
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Tasty filling and light pastry. Certainly recommend
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Absolutely delish, I really enjoyed the croquettes
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This were a great tasty lunch. Very yummy and enjoyed by everyone. Thank you, Cynthia
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Loved the chicken pasties, served for a light meal with salad. Def buy again
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We proudly deliver across NSW, ACT, VIC, SA and QLD. All orders are delivered in Eco-friendly Silversheen Liners and Recyclable Boxes with ice packs.

Delivery dates and rates are dependant on your location. Please check your delivery dates int he delivery checker at the top of the page.

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