Cauliflower picks up flavours really well making it the perfect base for these patties.
If preferred, have the patties with a salad instead of the pittas.
SERVES 6-8 patties | Preparation time: 20 minutes, Cooking time: 10 minutes
PATTIES
۳۵۰ g cauliflower, cooked until just done
۱ can (400 g) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
۱۵ g fresh parsley, chopped
۱ chilli, chopped (optional)
۵۰ g blanched almonds, toasted
۱۲۵ ml (½ c) fresh breadcrumbs
۵ ml (1 t) Dijon mustard
۲۵۰ ml (1 c) grated Cheddar cheese
salt and pepper
۲۵۰ ml (1 c) fine, dried breadcrumbs
۳۰ ml (2 T) oil
TO FINISH
۴ pitta breads
۶۰ ml (¼ c) chutney
۸۰ g lettuce
۱ red onion, sliced
۱ Patties Blitz the cauliflower, chickpeas, parsley, chilli (if using), almonds, breadcrumbs
and mustard in a food processor until mixed but still fairly coarse. Add the cheese, mix well and season with salt and pepper.
۲ Shape into patties and roll in the dried breadcrumbs. Heat the oil and fry the patties until golden on both sides. The patties are fairly soft so take care when turning them.
۳ To finish Cut open the pittas (toast if preferred), spread with chutney and fill with lettuce, onion slices and 1 or 2 cauliflower patties.
