Cheesy Broccoli Patties (Printable)

Golden, crispy broccoli patties bursting with tender florets and melted cheese. Ideal as a snack or side.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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 (use gluten-free if preferred)
08 - 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (use gluten-free if preferred)

→ 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, shredded cheddar, grated Parmesan, eggs, breadcrumbs, flour, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and oregano until well incorporated and mixture holds together when pressed.
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 without overcrowding for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
05 - Transfer cooked patties to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by a creamy dip or yogurt.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ready in under 35 minutes, making them perfect for those nights when you need something impressive but effortless.
  • The contrast between crispy golden edges and creamy melted cheese feels indulgent even though you're eating vegetables.
  • They work as a snack, side dish, or vegetarian main, which means one recipe handles multiple cravings.
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet—even if it takes two batches, each patty deserves its own space to develop that coveted golden crust instead of steaming.
  • If your mixture feels loose or watery, it's because the broccoli released moisture; just add a little extra flour or breadcrumbs and you'll solve the problem instantly.
03 -
  • Use panko breadcrumbs instead of regular ones if you want maximum crunch—they're thicker and stay crispy even after the patties cool slightly.
  • Brown the patties over medium heat rather than high heat; this gives you time to develop a golden crust without the inside staying raw.
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