Cheesy Broccoli Patties Delight (Print)

Crunchy golden broccoli patties blended with cheddar and Parmesan for a savory vegetarian delight.

# Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups broccoli florets, finely chopped
02 - 1 small onion, finely diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Dairy

04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Binding & Dry Ingredients

06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free optional)
08 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (gluten-free optional)

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
12 - 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

→ For Frying

13 - 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil or neutral oil

# Instructions:

01 - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender. Drain, rinse under cold water, and finely chop.
02 - In a large bowl, mix broccoli, onion, garlic, cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, breadcrumbs, flour, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano until well blended and mixture holds when pressed.
03 - Shape the mixture into 8 to 10 patties, approximately 2 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick.
04 - Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook patties without overcrowding for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp.
05 - Transfer patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm, optionally with a creamy dipping sauce or yogurt.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • They're impossibly crispy on the outside and creamy within, the kind of texture contrast that makes you reach for another.
  • You can eat them as a snack, tuck them into a lunchbox, or serve them as a side and feel completely satisfied either way.
  • They come together in 35 minutes flat, which means weeknight dinner just became a lot more interesting.
02 -
  • Don't skip the cold water rinse after blanching; warm broccoli releases moisture into your mixture and makes for soggy patties.
  • The mixture should feel loose and crumbly before you shape it—if it's too wet, add a tablespoon more breadcrumbs and wait five minutes for it to absorb the moisture.
03 -
  • Mix the batter while the broccoli cools; this gives the breadcrumbs time to absorb moisture and helps the patties hold their shape as they cook.
  • If your pan isn't non-stick, use a spatula with confidence—letting them sit undisturbed creates a crust that won't stick.
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