Description
Cheesy Broccoli Fritters Delight are a tasty and fun way to incorporate veggies into your meals. With a crispy exterior and a gooey cheese center, these fritters bring together the savory flavors of fresh broccoli and sharp cheddar in every bite. Perfect as appetizers, snacks, or a light meal, they’re sure to please both kids and adults alike. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat that’s easy to make!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets (chopped)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
- Dipping sauce (optional: ranch or yogurt-based)
Instructions
- Steam the chopped broccoli for about 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender.
- In a large bowl, combine the steamed broccoli and shredded cheese; mash until some texture remains.
- Add flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the mixture; stir until combined.
- Mix in the eggs until the batter is smooth; taste for seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Scoop 1/4 cup of batter per fritter onto the skillet and flatten slightly.
- Fry each fritter for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked fritters to paper towels to absorb excess oil and serve immediately with your preferred dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (50g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg