Ingredients for Cauliflower Köfte (Turkish Cauliflower Patties)
- 250 g cauliflower
- 1 egg
- 1 handful parsley
- 1 onion
- 1 handful dill
- 100 g white cheese (similar to feta)
- 1/2 dessert spoon (about 1 tsp) salt
- 1/2 dessert spoon (about 1 tsp) black pepper
- 2 handfuls cornmeal
- Flour as needed
How to Make Cauliflower Köfte (Turkish Cauliflower Patties)
Cauliflower köfte is a light and satisfying alternative that will make even veggie skeptics fall in love with the vegetable. From diet tables to kids' menus, from quick main meals to snack time — this is a wonderful recipe you'll always want to have on hand. Follow the easy steps below for great results at home.
Boil 250 g (about 8.8 oz) of cauliflower whole in salted water, then drain. Once cooled, mash with a fork.
In a bowl, combine 1 egg, 1 handful of chopped parsley, 1 finely chopped onion, 1 handful of chopped dill, 100 g (about 3.5 oz) of crumbled white cheese, 1/2 dessert spoon (about 1 tsp) of salt, black pepper, and 2 handfuls of cornmeal. Add the mashed cauliflower and enough flour, then knead together.
Using a spoon, drop the mixture into a hot oiled pan and fry the köfte until golden brown. After frying, place them on a paper towel to absorb any excess oil. Enjoy your meal...
Tips & Tricks
- If you don't squeeze out the cauliflower's moisture well, the köfte may fall apart.
- Adding too much cornmeal will make the köfte tough — add it little by little.
- For a lighter version, you can also bake the köfte in the oven or cook them in an air fryer.
- You can increase the amount of spices to suit your taste.
About This Recipe
Cauliflower is one of the healthiest vegetables. It is 85% water and contains very few carbohydrates, protein, or fat. However, it is incredibly rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and other phytochemicals. Due to its low calorie content, cauliflower is a staple in diet plans. From Cauliflower Soup to stews, boiled dishes, salads, and baked preparations — the list goes on and on. We are very fortunate that this special vegetable is grown in our country in three varieties: early autumn cauliflower, winter cauliflower, and March cauliflower.
Cauliflower is a fibrous vegetable with high nutritional value. The glucosinolate compounds it contains offer antioxidant properties that are beneficial against colon cancer as well as ulcers and gastritis. It also supports the body in treating urinary tract infections.
Today we've prepared this nutritional powerhouse as Cauliflower Köfte so that kids will devour it with delight. Bon appétit in advance…
