Broccoli and Ham Patties

Name: Broccoli and Ham Patties
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1/2 head of broccoli; 2 eggs; 1 small handful of diced cured ham; 1 small handful of high-protein cheese; 2 tbsp chickpea flour (or whichever flour you use); Garlic powder

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If you're craving a broccoli and ham omelet, today I suggest making it in the form of little patties instead. It's a simple recipe I love using to shake up vegetable dishes: finely chopped broccoli, egg, ham, and a touch of cheese. These amounts make two servings and you'll have them ready in 25 minutes.

To make sure these broccoli and ham patties cook through properly, I cook them over low heat. The chickpea flour helps bind the mixture and the garlic powder adds great flavor without needing lots of extra ingredients. They're a wonderful option for an easy dinner or simply a different way to enjoy broccoli at home.

For more ways to enjoy this vegetable, check out my Broccoli and sweet potato patties and my Broccoli with ham and melted cheese.

Prep: 10 minCook: 15 minServes: 2

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you'll need for this recipe

1/2 head of broccoli
2 eggs
1 small handful of diced cured ham
1 small handful of high-protein cheese
2 tbsp chickpea flour (or whichever flour you use)
Garlic powder

Step by step

Method

1Finely chop the half head of raw broccoli.
2Place it on a plate with the rest of the ingredients and mix everything thoroughly.
3Set a non-stick skillet over the heat and spoon in little mounds of the mixture.
4Cook over low heat, taking your time.
5Once you see the patty is set and easy to handle, flip it over and cook the other side.
6All done! Our Broccoli and Ham Patties are ready to enjoy.

Tips and variations

1If you chop the broccoli very finely, it cooks to perfection and won't stay raw.
2You can also bake them in the oven instead of cooking them on the stovetop.
3You can use 3 egg whites instead of 2 whole eggs; just add 1 extra tablespoon of chickpea flour to compensate.
4If you make them in a skillet, cook over low heat so all the ingredients cook through without scorching.

Frequently asked questions

Can I replace the chickpea flour with another flour?

Yes, you can use whatever flour you have on hand, such as wheat flour. Add the two tablespoons called for and check that the mixture has enough body to shape into patties.

What cheese can I use if I don't have high-protein cheese?

You can swap it for a handful of any good melting shredded cheese, like mozzarella or Emmental. Keep in mind that both the cheese and the ham add salt, so taste before adding extra.

How do I store leftover broccoli and ham patties?

Store them in an airtight container in the fridge within two hours of cooking, and enjoy them within the next two days. To reheat, warm them in a skillet over low heat until heated through.