Description
These crispy and flavorful Cabbage Fritters are a delicious way to enjoy fresh vegetables. Made with shredded cabbage, grated carrots, scallions, and a simple seasoned batter, they fry up golden brown and crispy on the outside while remaining tender inside. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or light meal, these fritters can also be baked for a healthier option. Gluten-free and adaptable to various dietary needs, Cabbage Fritters are an easy, satisfying homemade treat.
Ingredients
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Cabbage Fritter Batter
- 16 oz shredded cabbage
- 2 medium-small carrots, grated
- 2-3 scallions or 1 regular onion, thinly sliced
- 3 large eggs
- 4-5 tbsp flour (gluten free or grain free options: cassava, arrowroot, almond flour)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika or smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground coriander (optional)
- 3-4 tbsp fat for frying (ghee, avocado oil, or grapeseed oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash and shred the cabbage finely using a mandoline slicer to yield about 7 packed cups or 16 oz. Thinly slice scallions or a regular onion. Grate carrots with a box grater and mince the garlic finely.
- Combine all ingredients: In a large bowl, add shredded cabbage, grated carrots, sliced scallions, eggs, flour, minced garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, and coriander. Toss lightly to combine and coat everything well with the eggs without pressing too hard to avoid drawing out water from the cabbage.
- Heat the skillet: Warm a non-stick or ceramic-coated skillet over medium-low heat for about 3 minutes. Add the frying fat such as ghee or oil of choice and heat for an additional minute.
- Shape and fry fritters: Form the mixture into balls with your hands and place them in the hot skillet. Press down gently with a spatula or your hands to flatten them thinly. Fry each side for about 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil as needed.
- Serve: Serve the cabbage fritters warm or cold as a snack or side dish. Optionally, you can bake them for a healthier version.
Notes
- To bake, preheat oven to 420°F (215°C). Place flattened fritters on a lightly greased parchment-lined pan and bake for 20-23 minutes, flipping halfway through. Broil for a minute at the end for extra crispiness.
- During frying, a liquid ‘slurry’ of egg, flour, and cabbage juice may accumulate. Gently mix it back in before forming new fritters to improve binding.
- Use any type of flour including gluten free or grain free like cassava, arrowroot, or almond flour for best results. Starchier and finer flours work better.
- Optional: Add ½ to ¾ cup grated cheese such as feta, parmesan, cheddar, or a dairy-free alternative for added flavor.
- If needed, use two skillets to speed up frying and avoid soggy fritters.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 75 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
