Here’s a tasty and healthy recipe for Broccoli Cheese Patties—crispy outside, cheesy inside, and great as a snack or side dish:
🥦 Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets (finely chopped or grated)
- ½ cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 egg
- 2–3 tbsp breadcrumbs (or oat flour)
- 1–2 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for binding)
- 1 small garlic clove (minced)
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- ½ tsp chili flakes or paprika (optional)
- Oil for shallow frying
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare broccoli:
Steam or boil broccoli for 2–3 minutes until slightly soft. Drain and chop finely. Let it cool. - Mix ingredients:
In a bowl, combine broccoli, cheese, egg, breadcrumbs, flour, garlic, salt, pepper, and spices. Mix well into a thick mixture. - Shape patties:
Form small round or flat patties using your hands. - Cook:
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
Fry patties for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. - Serve:
Serve hot with ketchup, yogurt dip, or garlic sauce.
🌟 Tips
- Make sure broccoli is well-drained so patties don’t fall apart.
- You can bake or air-fry at 180°C (350°F) for 12–15 minutes for a healthier version.
- Add mashed potato for softer texture.
- Use parmesan for a stronger cheesy flavor.
🧀 Why it’s great
- High in fiber from broccoli
- Good protein from egg and cheese
- Kid-friendly way to eat vegetables
If you want, I can give you a keto version, air fryer crispy version, or meal-prep freezer version.
