Paleo Cauliflower Fritter (this was adapted from agoodappetite.blogspt.com)

 

The mixture will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for about 3 days, so you can cook 1 or more at a time

 

1 head of cauliflower chopped and steamed until tender

2 large eggs

Optional as not true Paleo, but I choose to use it- 1 cup vegan cheddar cheese ( I like Daiya)

1/4 tsp black pepper

Several dashes of cayenne pepper

a few dashes onion powder

Optional- a dash or two of crushed red pepper

Optional- 1 clove garlic minced

Organic unsalted butter works best, but spray olive oil or coconut oil will work too

 

In a medium size bowl mash the cauliflower well with a fork ( I made the mistake the first time by mashing the cauliflower in the food processor, it will not hold together, mash it well but do not make it smooth like mashed potatoes)

Add all ingredients and mix well

Heat a skillet over medium high heat, add about 1 Tbsp of butter or spray well, allow to melt

Form thin patties as seen in the picture above, place in skillet turn heat to medium

After 5 minutes, test to see if it will hold together with a large spatula, if it is not staying together, reform with the spatula and press down, cook longer and try again after about 2-3 more  minutes, you will learn the correct time, it only took me two tries

Have additional butter or oil of choice ready to go

Turn carefully with a very large spatula and if needed use a second spatula to push it onto the large spatula all the way

Re-spray skillet or add a little more butter,carefully turn, press down and reform if needed, and cook about 4 more minutes, or until it stays together well