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Basic Cauliflower Fritters

Crispy, golden cauliflower fritters made with simple ingredients — perfect for a quick, healthy snack or side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegetarian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Cauliflower Fritters
  • 1 medium head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 2 eggs large
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour or almond flour
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for frying

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Boil or steam cauliflower florets until tender, then drain and pat dry.
  2. Mash cauliflower in a bowl until finely crumbled but not pureed.
  3. Combine mashed cauliflower with eggs, flour, cheese, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  4. Form mixture into small patties using about 2 tablespoons of batter each.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook fritters 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite dip.

Notes

For crispier fritters, ensure cauliflower is fully dry before mixing.