Description
Basic Cauliflower Fritters are a delicious, crispy snack that combines tender cauliflower with eggs, breadcrumbs, and cheese for a satisfying bite. These easy-to-make fritters are perfect as an appetizer or side dish, making them ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests at gatherings. Serve them warm with a tangy yogurt sauce or your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible flavor experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar or parmesan)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a pot and cook the cauliflower florets until tender, about 5 minutes. Drain and let cool.
- In a bowl, mash the cooked cauliflower until slightly lumpy.
- Mix in eggs, breadcrumbs, grated cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper (add herbs if using).
- Shape the mixture into patties about 1 inch thick and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry fritters in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil and serve warm with dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters (80g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg