Vegetarian Cauliflower Patties Recipe
These Vegetarian Cauliflower Patties are a delightful combination of tender cauliflower, sharp mature cheddar, and crispy breadcrumbs, pan-fried to golden perfection. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or a light meal, these patties are flavorful, low in calories, and easy to prepare using simple ingredients and stovetop cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 patties 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetable and Cheese
- 14.11 ounces (400 g) cauliflower florets
- 1 cup (120 g) mature cheddar cheese or another strong cheese, coarsely grated
Seasonings and Binders
- 1⅓ teaspoons dried parsley
- ⅓ teaspoon garlic granules
- ⅓ teaspoon onion granules
- ⅓ teaspoon fine sea salt plus pepper to taste
- 7 tablespoons (45 g) breadcrumbs plus 2 more for coating
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
Cooking Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Boil Cauliflower: Place the cauliflower florets in a pot with about one inch of water, cover, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until the cauliflower is softened but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside to cool completely. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Pulse Cauliflower: Transfer the cooled cauliflower to a food processor and pulse briefly to break down the larger pieces without pureeing them entirely.
- Add Ingredients: Add the dried parsley, garlic granules, onion granules, salt, pepper, grated cheddar cheese, and 7 tablespoons of breadcrumbs to the cauliflower in the food processor.
- Combine Mixture: Pulse the mixture until it starts to become sticky and all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form Patties: Transfer the cauliflower mixture to a bowl and stir with the back of a large spoon until the mixture firms up. Shape the mixture into small patties approximately half an inch thick, ensuring they feel firm for easier cooking.
- Coat Patties: Brush both sides of each patty with the beaten egg, then coat them evenly with the additional breadcrumbs for a crisp outer layer.
- Cook Patties: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Carefully cook the patties for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown, adding a little more oil when flipping. Avoid overcrowding the pan and handle patties gently as they will be soft.
- Serve: Remove cooked patties from the pan and place them on a plate. Let them rest for one minute to firm up before serving warm.
Notes
- Pat the cauliflower dry after boiling to prevent soggy patties.
- Do not over-process the cauliflower; keep some texture for the best mouthfeel.
- Handle patties gently while flipping as they can be fragile before cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking and proper crisping.
- These patties can be served with a dipping sauce of your choice, such as yogurt-based dips or tomato chutney.
Keywords: Cauliflower patties, vegetarian appetizers, fried cauliflower cakes, healthy snacks, cheesy vegetable patties
