Cheesy Broccoli Patties (Printer-friendly)

Golden patties combining tender broccoli and melted cheddar for a crispy, savory 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
08 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

→ 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

# Directions:

01 - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add broccoli florets and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender. Drain and rinse with cold water, then finely chop.
02 - In a large bowl, mix chopped 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 in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.
04 - Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add patties without overcrowding and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
05 - Transfer patties to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve warm, optionally with a creamy dipping sauce or yogurt.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, with melted cheese that you can actually taste in every bite.
  • Takes less than forty minutes from start to finish, which means you can make them on a weeknight without stress.
  • Kids and adults both reach for these, making them a rare recipe that doesn't feel like a compromise.
02 -
  • Don't skip blanching the broccoli—raw broccoli releases too much moisture and makes the patties soggy instead of crispy.
  • If your mixture feels too wet after mixing, add a tablespoon more breadcrumbs; if it's too dry, break in another egg and mix gently.
03 -
  • Don't crowd the pan when frying—give each patty space to develop that golden crust instead of steaming.
  • If you want extra crunch, use panko breadcrumbs and make sure your oil is genuinely hot before the first patty goes in.
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