Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of these Cheesy Broccoli Fritters, where crispy, golden-brown bites meet the rich flavors of cheddar cheese and tender broccoli. Perfect as appetizers or a main dish, these fritters transform broccoli into a star attraction at any table. Quick to prepare and loved by all ages, they are sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 2 large eggs
- 4 green onions (chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Begin by washing and chopping the broccoli into small florets.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Fold in the cheddar cheese and chopped green onions into the dry mixture.
- Beat the eggs in a separate bowl, then add them to the mixture along with the chopped broccoli. Gently fold until combined.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the skillet.
- Fry each fritter for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Flip carefully to maintain texture.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (55g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg