Description
These Basic Cauliflower Fritters are a delicious and crispy appetizer or snack that’s easy to make. Packed with cauliflower, Parmesan cheese, and flavorful seasonings, these fritters are perfect for parties or as a tasty side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Fritters:
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 1½ pounds, cut into florets)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
- olive oil or vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare Cauliflower: Steam or boil the cauliflower florets until tender, about 8–10 minutes. Drain well and mash with a fork or potato masher until chunky. Let cool slightly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the mashed cauliflower with eggs, flour, Parmesan cheese, green onions, garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika if using. Mix until a thick batter forms.
- Cook Fritters: Heat oil in a skillet, scoop batter into the skillet, flatten slightly, and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and repeat.
- Serve: Serve warm.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, use oat flour or a gluten-free all-purpose blend.
- These fritters pair well with sour cream, yogurt, or spicy mayo.
- Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet or air fryer to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
