Description
Crispy, cheesy patties made with steamed broccoli, cheddar, and Parmesan, perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of broccoli florets, steamed and finely chopped
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon of dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of melting cheese (such as cheddar, mozzarella, or gouda), cut into small squares
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine the steamed and finely chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, eggs, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
- Take a small handful of the mixture and flatten it into a patty shape in your palm. Place a square of melting cheese in the center and fold the edges over to enclose it, then shape it back into a patty.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the patties to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve hot, garnished with parsley or grated Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For a richer flavor, use freshly grated cheese. Consider adding onion or bell peppers for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 80mg