Description
These Basic Cauliflower Fritters are a delicious way to enjoy cauliflower. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these fritters make a fantastic appetizer or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium head cauliflower, chopped into florets
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- olive oil or vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare Cauliflower: Steam or boil the cauliflower florets until tender, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and let cool slightly, then mash with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with some small chunks.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed cauliflower with eggs, flour, Parmesan cheese, green onions, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir until a thick batter forms.
- Fry Fritters: Heat a thin layer of oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture for each fritter and flatten slightly in the pan. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute almond flour to make it gluten-free.
- Serve with sour cream, Greek yogurt, or your favorite dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2–3 fritters
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
