Crispy Cauliflower Cakes

Crispy Cauliflower Cakes

September 3, 2018

Are you looking for a unique and healthy side dish? Well, this paleo cauliflower recipe is a prefect option. Cauliflower, like broccoli, is also loved by many.

Cuisine Paleo
Skill Level Moderate
Cooking Method Baking
Yields 6 cakes
Prep 8 mins
Cook 25 mins
Ready-in 33 mins

Ingredients

1 head Cauliflower
1 tbsp Ghee (or Coconut oil, melted)
2 tsp Garlic powder
2 tbsp chives (chopped)
3 tbsp Coconut flour
2 Eggs (beaten)
1 tsp Salt
2-4 tbsp Coconut oil (for frying)

Instructions

  1. Cut the cauliflower into florets.
  2. Place the florets in a food processor and pulse until they become a rice like texture.
  3. Transfer the riced cauliflower to a large microwave-safe mixing bowl and microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes, until cooked through.
  4. Remove the bowl from the microwave and set aside to cool for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the melted ghee (or coconut oil), chopped chives, garlic powder, coconut flour, eggs, and salt to the mixing bowl.
  6. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
  7. Use your hands to form the mixture into 6 to 8 patties. Set aside.
  8. Heat the coconut oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  9. NOTE: You want the coconut oil to be deep enough to partially submerge the patties.
  10. Fry the patties in the coconut oil until browned, about 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  11. Remove the patties from the oil and place on a paper towel lined plate to remove any excess oil.
  12. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 cake (3.1 oz)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 138
Calories from Fat 112
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.4 g
19%
Saturated Fat 8.8 g
44%
Trans Fat
Unsaturated Fat
Cholesterol 206 mg
69%
Sodium 443 mg
18%
Total Carbohydrate 4 g
1%
Dietary Fiber 1 g
4%
Sugar 1 g
Protein 4 g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

Calories: 2,000 2,500
Total Fat Less than 65g 80g
Saturated Fat Less than 20g 25g
Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300 mg
Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg
Total Carbohydrate 300g 375g
Dietary Fiber 25g 30g

Calories per gram:

Fat 9 • Carbohydrate 4 • Protein 4

Recipe Ratings

Rated 5/5 based on 1 customer reviews

Julia career began early on, inspired by her Southern Italian parents and their love and respect for quality and traditional food.

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