Cauliflower Latkes
1 head cauliflower, cored and chopped
1 medium to large onion, finely chopped
1-2 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons olive oil
½ cup savory breadcrumbs
½ cup instant mashed potatoes
2 eggs, beaten
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
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Steam cauliflower in 4 tablespoons water until soft. Thoroughly drain. Mash cauliflower but leave textured.
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Sauté onions and garlic until browned.
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Mix together cauliflower, breadcrumbs, instant mashed potatoes, eggs and seasonings. Add onions and garlic.
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Form into patties, dipping into matzah meal or breadcrumbs to help hold together.
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Fry in heated olive oil until slightly brown. Flip and brown on other side.
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Place in 350 oven for 15 minutes until crisp.
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Serve plain or add a dollop of home made applesauce on the side.
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Make it gluten free: Use gluten free breadcrumbs.
Allium free friendly: Use 1 fennel bulb in place of onion. Omit garlic.