Protein Syrniki

15 MIN • 380 KCAL • 35G PROTEIN

Serves 1

Fluffy Russian cottage-cheese fritters boosted with extra protein — crispy on the outside, creamy inside and perfect with Greek yogurt or fresh berries.

Ingredients

• 200 g low-fat cottage cheese (or quark)
• 1 whole egg
• 30 g vanilla protein powder
• 40 g oat flour (or all-purpose flour)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp erythritol or sugar (optional)
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• Coconut oil or butter for frying
• Greek yogurt & fresh berries, to serve

Instructions

1. 1

   Drain excess liquid from the cottage cheese, then mix it with the egg, protein powder, flour, baking powder, sweetener, vanilla and salt until a soft dough forms.

2. 2

   Lightly flour your hands and shape the dough into 6–8 small patties.

3. 3

   Heat a non-stick pan with a little oil or butter over medium heat.

4. 4

   Fry the patties for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and crisp on the outside, then cover and steam for another 2 minutes so the center cooks through.

5. 5

   Serve warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt and fresh berries.

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