Follow these steps for perfect results
Courgette
Grated, moisture squeezed out
Slightly Stale Bread
Crumbled
White Rice, Cooked
Drained
Cashew Nuts
Roughly Chopped
Basil Pesto
Eggs
Lightly Beaten
Oil
For Shallow Frying
Grate the courgette.
Squeeze out any excess moisture from the grated courgette.
Blitz slightly stale bread in a food processor until breadcrumbs are formed.
Add the breadcrumbs to the grated courgette.
Stir in cooked white rice, chopped cashew nuts, basil pesto, and lightly beaten eggs.
Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
Form the mixture into several patties.
Add the patties to the hot oil in the pan.
Cook on medium heat for approximately 5 minutes on each side.
Continue cooking until the patties are browned and crispy.
Cook the patties in batches if necessary, depending on the size of the pan.
Keep cooked patties warm in a low oven until ready to serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Serve with a dollop of Greek yogurt
Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
Patties can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
Serve on a bun with your favorite toppings.
Serve with a side salad
Serve with sweet potato fries
Pairs well with the pesto and vegetable flavors.
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