Cabbage Patties

Directions

1. 1

   Step 1

   

   Wash and dry the cabbage. Peel the garlic and onion. Prepare a saucepan, frying pan, and garlic press.

2. 2

   Step 2

   

   Cut the cabbage into 2–3 cm square pieces. Place in boiling salted water and cook for 10 minutes. Drain in a colander, let the liquid drain. The cabbage should cool down.

   TipThis cooking time will slightly soften the chopped cabbage but still preserve its structure and slight crunch.

3. 3

   Step 3

   

   Finely chop the onion, press the garlic through a press. Heat 2 tbsp of vegetable oil in a frying pan. Fry the onion until golden. This will take 2–3 minutes. Add the garlic and, stirring, continue frying for another 1 minute. Remove the pan from the heat.

4. 4

   Step 4

   

   Combine the boiled cabbage and fried onion. Add flour, salt, and pepper to the vegetables.

5. 5

   Step 5

   

   Break the eggs into the cabbage mixture. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.

   TipMake sure the cabbage and sauté are cool enough, otherwise the eggs might curdle.

6. 6

   Step 6

   

   Form patties from the resulting vegetable mixture. Heat the remaining vegetable oil in a frying pan and fry the patties on both sides until golden brown. This will take 6–8 minutes.

   TipCoat the patties in breadcrumbs or flour before frying for a crispier crust. This method will also help retain more vegetable juices inside.

7. 7

   Step 7

   

   Serve the cabbage patties with your favorite sauce. Classic or spicy tomato sauce, sour cream and fresh herb sauce, or a mix of natural yogurt, grated cucumber, and dill work well.

   TipA whipped feta dip from this recipe also pairs well with the patties.