Crunchy Quinoa Veggie Patties Recipe
Crunchy Quinoa Veggie Patties Recipe is healthy, tasty and very easy. These patties are crisp outside. They stay soft inside.
Ingredients
- Cooked quinoa – 2 cups
- Carrot – 1 medium grated
- Zucchini – 1 small grated
- Onion – ½ cup finely chopped
- Garlic – 2 cloves minced
- Breadcrumbs – ½ cup
- Eggs – 2 large
- Salt – 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper – ½ teaspoon
- Paprika – 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil – 2 tablespoons
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables
- Grate carrot and zucchini. Chop onion finely. Remove extra water from zucchini using hands.
Mix Quinoa and Veggies
- Add quinoa and vegetables to a bowl. Mix gently using a spoon.
Add Eggs and Seasoning
- Crack eggs into bowl. Add salt, pepper, paprika and garlic. Mix well.
Add Breadcrumbs
- Add breadcrumbs slowly. Stir until mixture feels thick and holds together.
Shape the Patties
- Take small portions. Shape into flat patties using clean hands.
Heat the Pan
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat until hot.
Cook First Side
- Place patties in pan. Cook for four minutes until golden and crisp.
Flip Carefully
- Flip patties gently. Cook other side four minutes until fully cooked.
Drain Excess Oil
- Remove patties from pan. Place on paper towel to remove extra oil.
Serve Warm
- Serve patties warm with sauce or salad for best taste.
Notes
- Use well cooked quinoa
- Remove water from veggies
- Do not overcrowd pan
- Cook on medium heat
- Let patties set before flipping