Broccoli and Cheese Fritters

Steps

1. 1
   Wash and chop the two broccoli heads into small pieces.
2. 2
   Boil the tomatoes, serrano chiles, onion, and garlic in a pot of water until softened.
3. 3
   Cut the panela cheese into small cubes.
4. 4
   In a bowl, combine the chopped broccoli, cheese cubes, and flour, stirring well.
5. 5
   Whip the egg whites until foamy, add a pinch of salt, then add the yolks and continue whipping. Add additional flour to the mixture.
6. 6
   Gradually fold the broccoli mixture into the whipped egg mixture in batches.
7. 7
   Fry spoonfuls of the mixture in hot oil until golden brown on both sides.
8. 8
   Blend the cooked tomato mixture with salt and some of the cooking water, then strain.
9. 9
   Heat a small amount of oil and add the blended sauce, bringing it to a boil and adding extra water.
10. 10
    Add the fried fritters to the sauce and simmer briefly to prevent them from falling apart.
11. 11
    Remove the fritters from the sauce, plate them, and serve with white rice if desired.