Description
Savory broccoli cheese patties blend hearty vegetables with rich, melted cheese in a crispy golden exterior. Crisp on the outside and tender within, these patties offer you a delightful meal that satisfies both hunger and taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups broccoli florets (steamed and finely chopped)
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 2 eggs (beaten)
Binding Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredient:
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly amalgamate chopped broccoli, grated cheddar, breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan, garlic, onion powder, salt, and pepper until uniformly blended.
- Prepare a skillet with a thin film of olive oil, heating over medium flame (approximately 350°F).
- Craft compact, cohesive patties by gently compressing the vegetable-cheese mixture with clean hands, ensuring each patty maintains structural integrity.
- Carefully position patties into the heated skillet, maintaining adequate spacing between each to facilitate even browning.
- Sear patties for 3-4 minutes per side, monitoring closely to achieve a golden-crisp exterior without burning.
- Once edges turn deep golden and centers feel firm, transfer patties onto absorbent paper towels to eliminate residual oil.
- Allow patties to rest momentarily, which helps them stabilize and prevents potential crumbling.
- Plate the broccoli cheese patties while warm, presenting them as a versatile culinary creation suitable for appetizers, side dishes, or vegetarian main courses.
- Garnish optionally with fresh herbs or accompany with a complementary dipping sauce for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Drain broccoli thoroughly after chopping to prevent soggy patties that fall apart during cooking.
- Use fresh breadcrumbs for crispier texture and better binding compared to store-bought dried versions.
- Try different cheese combinations like mozzarella or Swiss for unique flavor profiles.
- Replace breadcrumbs with almond flour or gluten-free panko for celiac-friendly patties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 253 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 352 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg