Cheesy Broccoli Patties (Printable Version)

Golden broccoli patties combine tender florets and melted cheese for a crisp, flavorful snack or side.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

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

→ Dairy

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

→ Binding & Dry Ingredients

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

→ Seasonings

09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon ground 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 cooking oil

# How-to Steps:

01 - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add broccoli florets and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until tender. Drain, rinse under cold water, and finely chop.
02 - In a large bowl, mix chopped broccoli, onion, garlic, cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, breadcrumbs, flour, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano until a cohesive mixture forms.
03 - Shape the mixture into 8 to 10 patties, each approximately 2 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.
04 - Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook patties in batches without overcrowding, 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
05 - Drain patties on paper towels and serve warm, optionally with a creamy dip or yogurt.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They make eating broccoli feel like a treat instead of a chore
  • The crispy outside gives way to gooey cheese centers that nobody can resist
  • They reheat beautifully for quick lunches throughout the week
02 -
  • Squeezing excess water from the chopped broccoli prevents soggy patties that fall apart
  • Letting the mixture rest for 10 minutes before shaping makes it easier to work with
  • Dont overcrowd the pan or the temperature drops and you lose the crispy crust
03 -
  • Use a cookie scoop to get perfectly uniform patties every time
  • Let the cooked patties rest for 2 minutes before serving so they firm up slightly
  • Double the recipe and freeze half because these disappear faster than you expect
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