Broccoli Parmesan Fritters
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Ingredients
9 fritters
- 8 ounces (1 small-to-medium bundle, 225 grams) fresh broccoli (3 cups chopped)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (65 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup (30 grams) finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt, plus more to taste
- A pinch of red pepper flakes or several grinds of black pepper
- Olive or vegetable oil for frying
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Preparation
Step 1
Separate the florets from the biggest stem(s) of broccoli. Cut the florets into 1-inch chunks. Peel the stems, as their skin can be thick, then slice them into 1/2-inch lengths. Aim for about 3 cups of chopped broccoli.
Step 2
Steam the broccoli until tender but not mushy. A quick method is to bring a 1/2-inch of water to a boil in a small saucepan, add the broccoli, cover it with a lid, and simmer for 5 to 6 minutes. Drain and set aside to cool slightly.
Step 3
In a large bowl, lightly beat the egg. Add flour, cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the cooled broccoli and mash lightly with a potato masher, leaving recognizable bits. Stir the mixture together to form a batter.
Step 4
Heat a large, heavy skillet over moderate heat. Add a slick of oil, about 2 to 3 tablespoons. When the oil is hot, scoop a two-tablespoon-sized mound of batter into the pan, flattening it slightly with a spoon or spatula. Repeat, leaving space between mounds.
Step 5
Cook the fritters until brown underneath, about 2 to 3 minutes, then flip and cook the other side until golden, about another 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 6
Transfer fritters briefly to paper towels to drain, then serve immediately, or keep them warm on a baking sheet in a 200-degree oven until needed.
Step 7
Serve with a dollop of garlicky lemon yogurt, homemade ricotta, or just a squeeze of lemon juice. They can also be topped with crumbled feta or a runny fried egg.
Step 8
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Chef's notes
The fritters are bound lightly to their batter of egg, Parmesan, and flour, giving them a fantastic crisp edge.
You can customize the serving by adding a dollop of garlicky lemon yogurt, homemade ricotta, or just a squeeze of lemon juice.
They can also be topped with crumbled feta or a runny fried egg for a complete meal.
