bennigan's broccoli bites
When I was just starting out working, some of my friends and I would stop at Bennigan's after work. They would get huge meals, lots of drinks, and eat until they could barely walk. I always ordered the same thing, the Broccoli Bites and a diet coke, and savored every bite while they pigged out. These are simply a wonderful experience, this copycat of the real deal!
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prep time
23 Hr 30 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
Deep Fry
yield
24 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 3 eggs
- 6 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese
- 16 ounces frozen chopped broccoli, thawed, drained, dry
- 2 1/2 ounces bacon pieces
- 1/2 ounce diced yellow onion
- 1 ounce all-purpose flour
- Italian bread crumbs
- 6 ounces shredded colby jack cheese
- HONEY MUSTARD DRESSING:
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1/3 cup mayo
- 1/3 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
How To Make bennigan's broccoli bites
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Step 1Drain thawed broccoli thoroughly by pressing through a strainer.
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Step 2Beat eggs in a mixing bowl with a whisk until well blended.
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Step 3Place all the ingredients into a plastic container, except the bread crumbs. Stir together with a spatula until thoroughly combined.
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Step 4Refrigerate mixture for about 1 hour. This will help to bind the mix making preparation much easier.
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Step 5Heat about 4 cups oil in a fryer or deep pan for frying at 350ºF.
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Step 6Set up a shallow pan with bread crumbs. Scoop about 1/2 ounce portion of the broccoli mixture into the bread crumbs. Form each portion into a ball and coat it well. Place broccoli bites into the fry basket or frying pan. Make sure they do not stick together.
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Step 7Fry for one minute, then remove and place onto a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve with Honey Mustard Dressing
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Step 8Honey Mustard Dressing In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise and mustard. Blend thoroughly using a whisk. Slowly pour in the honey and lemon juice, continue mixing until smooth and well combined
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Nutrition Facts
(per serving*)
calories: 247kcal, carbohydrates: 17g, cholesterol: 43mg, fat: 17g, fiber: 1g, protein: 8g, saturated fat: 8g, sodium: 322mg, sugar: 11g, unsaturated fat: 8g
*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutrition information is estimated.
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