Cabbage Fritters Recipe
These crispy cabbage fritters are a delightful and healthy snack or side dish made with finely shredded cabbage, grated carrots, scallions, and flavorful spices, all bound together with eggs and fried to golden perfection. They are easy to prepare, naturally gluten-free with modifications, and perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 fritters 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 16 oz shredded cabbage (about 7 packed cups or 1/3 medium head)
- 2 medium-small carrots, grated
- 2–3 scallions, thinly sliced (or 1 regular onion, sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 large eggs
- 4–5 tbsp flour (all-purpose or gluten-free alternative)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, ground
- 1/2 tsp paprika (or smoked paprika)
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander (optional)
- 3–4 tbsp fat for frying (ghee, avocado oil, or grape-seed oil)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and cut all fresh vegetables. Shred the cabbage finely using a mandoline slicer for uniform pieces. Thinly slice scallions or a regular onion, grate the carrots, and mince the garlic carefully.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss the shredded cabbage, grated carrots, sliced scallions, minced garlic, eggs, flour, sea salt, black pepper, paprika, and coriander until all ingredients are lightly coated and well mixed. Use your hands for gentle mixing to avoid drawing excess water from the cabbage.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a non-stick 10-inch skillet over medium-low heat (around a 3 on the stove dial) and allow it to warm for about 3 minutes. Add the chosen fat for frying and let it heat for an additional minute.
- Form and Fry Fritters: Shape a handful of the cabbage mixture into a ball, then place it in the hot skillet. Flatten gently with a spatula or your hands to form thin patties. Fry each fritter for approximately 3 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Adjust heat as needed to ensure thorough cooking without burning.
- Serve and Enjoy: Repeat frying with the remaining mixture, adding more fat to the skillet as needed. Serve the fritters warm or cold, as a delicious snack or side dish.
Notes
- If you prefer gluten-free or grain-free options, substitute the flour with almond flour or coconut flour, adjusting quantity for consistency.
- Flatten fritters as thinly as possible to ensure even cooking through the center.
- You can use other neutral-flavored oils with high smoke points if preferred.
- These fritters can be made ahead and reheated gently in a skillet or oven to retain crispiness.
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