Golden Broccoli Cheesy Fritters (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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3 cups of chopped broccoli—include stems and florets
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2 tablespoons of oil (your choice: olive, vegetable, or canola)
→ Batter
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1/4 cup of grated parmesan cheese
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1/2 cup plain all-purpose flour
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1 egg
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A pinch of salt—around 1/2 teaspoon
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1 clove of garlic, finely chopped
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A couple of tablespoons of milk (measure 2 tablespoons)
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Some ground black pepper to season
→ Yoghurt Sauce
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1/4 cup of unsweetened plain yoghurt
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Add 2 teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice
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A sprinkle of salt and a dash of pepper—adjust to taste
# Instructions:
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Steam or microwave the broccoli until it’s soft but not mushy—about 3 minutes should do it. Mash it lightly using a potato masher so it flattens slightly but stays chunky.
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Stir together the yoghurt, lemon juice, pepper, and salt in a small bowl, then let it sit in the fridge.
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Crack the egg into a bowl and whisk it lightly. Add the garlic, flour, parmesan, milk, salt, and pepper. Once that’s mixed, toss in the mashed broccoli and stir everything until it’s evenly combined.
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Heat a skillet with some oil over medium heat. Scoop out 1/4 cup portions of the batter and press them down to about 1cm thick. Fry up to three at a time, cooking each side for 2-3 minutes, until both sides are crispy and golden.
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Serve the fritters warm with the yoghurt sauce. Add lemon wedges on the side if you’re in the mood for extra zing.
# Notes:
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You can swap broccoli with cauliflower if you want.
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Broccoli stems work too—just peel off the tough outer layer first.
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Kids love these, so it’s a fun way to get them eating veggies.