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5 from 8 votes

Shredded potato broccoli cakes

Easy and delicious potato broccoli cakes are a great make-ahead lunch or side dish.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Servings: 30 cakes
Calories: 301kcal
Author: Cheryl Bennett

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces fresh broccoli about 3 cups
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon granulated onion
  • 2 ½ lbs. Idaho® Russet potatoes washed (4 or 5 medium)
  • 4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 eggs whisked
  • 4 tablespoons oil/butter/ghee

Instructions

  • Shred broccoli in food processor and place in medium/large bowl.
  • Add panko, baking powder, salt, pepper, granulated garlic and granulated onion to broccoli. Toss to combine and set aside.
  • Grate potatoes on the largest holes of a box grater and place in a bowl of cold water. Rinse the potatoes, drain the water and rinse once more with clean water.
  • Place the shredded potatoes on a clean kitchen towel to drain, then wrap up and squeeze any remaining water out of the potatoes.
  • Add shredded potatoes, shredded cheddar and whisked eggs to the breadcrumb mixture.
  • Toss to thoroughly combine mixture, making sure to break up any clumps of potato.
  • Heat 1 – 2 tablespoons oil in a medium pan over medium heat.
  • Scoop 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) of mixture and drop into pan. Lightly flatten and cook for 5 – 6 minutes per side.
  • Remove from pan to a paper towel lined baking sheet.
  • Repeat until mixture is gone, adding remaining oil to pan as needed.

Notes

To freeze: wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze in small portions.
To reheat: place in 350°F oven for 20 - 25 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 3cakes | Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 657mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g