Broccoli Fritters
These Broccoli Fritters are crisp on the outside, tender inside, and made with broccoli, cheddar, eggs, garlic, and simple seasonings. They cook quickly in a skillet and make an easy side dish, snack, or light meal.
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Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup almond meal or regular flour
- 2 large eggs lightly beaten
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
Cook the Broccoli
- You may cook the broccoli either on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Stovetop method:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for approximately 2 minutes. Drain the broccoli and allow it to cool until it can be handled comfortably.
Microwave method:
- Place the broccoli florets in a microwave-safe bowl and add 1 tablespoon of water. Microwave for 2 minutes. If the broccoli is not yet tender, continue cooking for an additional 1 minute as needed. Remove from the microwave and allow it to cool slightly.
Chop the Broccoli
- Once the broccoli is cool enough to handle, chop it into very small pieces until it reaches a coarse, grain-like texture. This helps the fritters hold together more effectively during cooking.
Prepare the Fritter Mixture
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, almond meal or flour, beaten eggs, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed and the mixture is fully combined.
Cook the Fritters
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Using a spoon or measuring cup, place approximately 1/4 cup of the fritter mixture into the skillet for each fritter. Gently flatten each mound with the back of a spoon.
- Cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until the fritters are golden brown and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding the skillet; cook in batches as needed, adding more oil between batches if necessary.
Serve
- Serve the Broccoli Fritters warm. They may also be cooled, stored, and reheated later if desired.
Notes
This Broccoli Fritters recipe can easily be made gluten free by using almond meal instead of regular flour, as listed in the recipe. If using a flour substitute, be sure it is a certified gluten-free flour blend or another gluten-free alternative suitable for binding.
Also verify that the shredded cheddar cheese and paprika are certified gluten free if needed for dietary reasons, as some packaged products may contain additives or anti-caking agents.
With these simple precautions, the recipe remains crisp, flavorful, and fully suitable for a gluten-free diet.