Crispy & Savory Broccoli Pancake (Funstaurant Style)
Delicious and Nutritious Broccoli Pancakes: Funstaurant Style Recipe
Experience the delightful combination of fresh broccoli and savory pizza cheese in this Funstaurant-style broccoli pancake! It’s crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and has a flavor that even picky eaters will love. This healthy dish is perfect as a snack or a side dish. Enjoy the goodness of vitamin-rich broccoli in a delicious way!
Main Ingredients
- 1 head of broccoli
- 80g pizza cheese
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the fresh broccoli. Wash it thoroughly under running water, then carefully cut it into small, bite-sized florets.
Step 2
Pour hot water specifically over the florets of the prepared broccoli. This method helps to sterilize the broccoli while minimizing the loss of its nutrients.
Step 3
Rinse the broccoli with hot water, then quickly rinse again with cold water to cool it down. Drain the broccoli thoroughly in a colander. Excess moisture can make the pancakes soggy.
Step 4
Trim off the tough stem of the broccoli. Finely chop the florets on a cutting board, almost as if you’re mincing them. This ensures they mix well with other ingredients and have a pleasant texture. Place the chopped broccoli into a bowl.
Step 5
Prepare the pizza cheese. Aim for a ratio of roughly 1:1 with the broccoli. This 1:1 ratio of broccoli to cheese will enhance the nutty flavor and chewy texture, resulting in a delicious pancake. (Approximately 80g)
Step 6
Add the chopped broccoli and pizza cheese to the bowl. Then, add 1/2 teaspoon of minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper. Mix everything together thoroughly with your hands until well combined. The ingredients should start to bind together.
Step 7
Once all the ingredients are well mixed and form a cohesive mixture, they are ready to be cooked. The melting cheese will help bind everything together.
Step 8
Heat a pan over medium heat and add a generous amount of brown rice oil (cooking oil is also fine). Spoon portions of the mixture into the pan, shaping them into flat, round pancakes. Crucially, cook over low heat to ensure they cook through without burning. Reduce the heat to low!
Step 9
When the bottom of the pancake turns golden brown and you can see the cheese starting to release its delicious oils, carefully flip it over. The key is to flip when the bottom has a nice, crispy texture, similar to a browned rice crust.
Step 10
Cook the other side until it’s also golden brown and crispy. Once all sides are perfectly cooked, your delicious Funstaurant-style broccoli pancake is ready! It’s amazing how you can enjoy nutrient-packed broccoli in such a tasty way. Truly a healthy and satisfying dish!
