Cheesy Broccoli Golden Patties (Printable Version)

Golden, crispy broccoli patties with cheddar and Parmesan for a flavorful vegetarian snack or side.

# What You'll 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 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

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add broccoli florets and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender. Drain, rinse with cold water, and finely chop.
02 - In a large bowl, mix chopped broccoli, diced onion, minced garlic, cheddar, Parmesan, eggs, breadcrumbs, flour, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano until the mixture holds together 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 large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry patties without overcrowding for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and crisp.
05 - Transfer patties to paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm with optional creamy dipping sauce or yogurt.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, which somehow feels like you've accomplished something in the kitchen even though they're genuinely easy.
  • Sneak vegetables into meals without anyone noticing or caring because the cheese is doing all the talking.
  • Ready in 35 minutes from start to finish, no complicated techniques or hours of waiting around.
02 -
  • Don't skip the blanching step; raw broccoli stays too watery and the patties fall apart in the pan, which is frustrating and wasteful.
  • Overstuffing the skillet drops the temperature and steams the patties instead of crisping them, so give them space to breathe.
03 -
  • Squeeze excess water from the blanched broccoli in a clean kitchen towel—moisture is the enemy of crispy patties.
  • Let the mixture rest in the fridge for 30 minutes before frying if you have time; it holds together better and cooks more evenly.
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