Basic Cauliflower Fritters Recipe
These Basic Cauliflower Fritters are a delicious way to enjoy cauliflower. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they make a fantastic appetizer or side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 fritters 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free option
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium head cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Prepare Cauliflower: Steam or boil cauliflower florets until tender, then drain and mash.
- Mix Ingredients: Combine mashed cauliflower with eggs, flour, Parmesan, garlic, salt, pepper, and parsley.
- Cook Fritters: Form mixture into fritters, fry in olive oil until golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve warm with desired sauce.
Notes
- You can substitute almond flour for a gluten-free option.
- Enhance flavor with a pinch of cumin or smoked paprika.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven or air fryer for crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
