Riced Cauliflower-Broccoli Fritters

Riced Cauliflower-Broccoli Fritters

(healthy appetizer for Super Bowl Sunday or any party)

         Prepared by Tony Schilling

Recipe adapted from a recipe by Katie Lee (The Kitchen TV Show)

(Makes approximately 24 fritters)

Ingredients:

• One 10 oz pkg of frozen Green Giant Riced Cauliflower & Broccoli (100% vegetables, no sauce or seasoning added)

Optional: you can dice and mash your own cauliflower & broccoli florets    and then steam and remove excess water

• ½ tsp. garlic powder
• ½ tsp. onion powder
• 1 cup of oil-free Panko Breadcrumbs
• Egg substitute: 2 tablespoons flax meal + 6 tablespoons water (combine and let sit for 5 min.)

Directions:

1. Thaw the pkg of riced cauliflower & broccoli and place in mixing bowl
2. Add the garlic powder, onion powder, breadcrumbs, and egg substitute
3. Mix thoroughly
4. Use a small scoop to scoop into balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Using a fork, flatten into half-dollar size patties
5. Bake at 400 degrees for 15 minutes, flip over the patties and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until lightly brown on top
6. Remove from oven and enjoy (can also be served cold)

Optional:  You could add ¼ tsp. of cayenne pepper to the mix, if desired