Description
Delicious and crispy homemade quinoa patties that are healthy and customizable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Combine 1 cup cooked quinoa, 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and salt and pepper to taste in a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into patties about 2–3 inches in diameter with damp hands.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until it shimmers slightly.
- Add the patties to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Flip carefully using a spatula.
- Remove from skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce, if desired!
Notes
Use organic or free-range eggs for better quality. For gluten-free, substitute breadcrumbs with ground oats or gluten-free panko.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg