Kroket is the Dutch version of croquettes, the popular fried snack food. It is made with a cylindrical roll of ragout or meat stew, which is coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried. The filling typically includes beef or veal, bound with béchamel or roux, though variations may use chicken, shrimp, or other ingredients.
The modern Dutch kroket originated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, influenced by the French croquette introduced to the Netherlands in earlier centuries.
By the mid-20th century, mass production made the kroket widely available, especially in snack bars and from vending machines known as automatieks. Today, it is commonly eaten with mustard and often served as a quick meal or snack, either on its own or in a sandwich called a broodje kroket.