Italian Cabbage Patties

Submitted by Bayou Andy

"Don't wait for New Years Day to try this recipe. Buddy Embanato (Northeast Louisiana tailgate guru) is responsible for this tasty treat."

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 head cabbage, chopped
• 8 -10 ounces smoked ham hocks
• 2 eggs (room temperature)
• 1⁄2 cup parmesan cheese
• 1⁄4 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon Tony Chachere's Seasoning
• 1⁄4 - 1⁄2 cup olive oil
• 7 cups water

directions

1. Place the chopped cabbage and smoked ham hocks in a medium stock pot and cover with water.
2. Use a slow boil to soften leaves of cabbage.
3. When done, drain and squeeze dry. Allow cabbage to cool before proceeding to next step.
4. In a mixing bowl combine the cabbage, egg, parmesan cheese, Tony Chachere's seasoning, & Italian bread crumbs.
5. Make into patties. Heat oil over medium heat in a medium size frying pan.
6. Fry the patties until golden brown on.
7. both sides.