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The Original Veggie Cakes Recipe

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These crispy and flavorful veggie cakes are a delicious way to add more vegetables to your meals. Made with grated broccoli, zucchini, carrots, and sweet corn, they are perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or light main course. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for a satisfying bite!

Ingredients

For the Veggie Cakes:

  • 2 cups grated broccoli
  • 3 medium zucchinis, grated and drained
  • 6 medium carrots, peeled and grated
  • 1 onion, diced and sautéed (optional)
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic (or 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced)
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended)
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (optional, for a spicy kick)
  • Oil for frying

Tip: Full ingredient details are in the recipe card belo

Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

  • Grate broccoli, zucchini, and carrots using a box grater or food processor.
  • Place zucchini in a colander over a bowl, sprinkle with a little salt, and let sit for 30 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  • Squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean kitchen towel.

2. Mix the Batter:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine broccoli, zucchini, carrots, onion (if using), and corn.
  • Add eggs, salt, pepper, garlic, breadcrumbs, flour, baking powder, Parmesan cheese, and Cajun seasoning.
  • Mix well until everything is combined.

3. Shape the Veggie Cakes:

  • Use a 2-ounce scoop or hands to form small patties (about 2 inches wide, ½-inch thick).

4. Cook the Cakes:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Place patties in the skillet, leaving space between them.
  • Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
  • Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  • Repeat with remaining patties, adding more oil as needed.

5. Serve:

  • Enjoy warm with yogurt dill sauce, tzatziki, or spicy aioli.

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