Description
Crispy and flavorful cauliflower fritters made with tender steamed cauliflower, parmesan cheese, and Italian breadcrumbs. These savory patties are pan-fried to a golden brown and perfect as a snack or appetizer, garnished with fresh green onions and served with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower chopped into small florets (about 3 cups)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup Italian breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Olive oil for frying
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Steam Cauliflower: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Place the chopped cauliflower florets in a steamer basket and steam for 10 minutes or until tender but still slightly firm. Drain well and let cool slightly before mashing.
- Mash Cauliflower: In a large bowl, mash the steamed cauliflower with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky, ensuring some texture remains.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the all-purpose flour, Italian breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, grated parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and black pepper to the mashed cauliflower. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly combined and form a thick batter.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into small uniform patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter, to ensure even cooking.
- Heat Oil and Fry: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Carefully place the patties into the hot oil and cook for 8 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Add more oil as needed between batches.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the fritters from the skillet and drain on paper towels. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Ensure cauliflower is not overcooked to avoid mushy fritters; they should hold texture after mashing.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months. Reheat in skillet or air fryer to restore crispiness.
- Use fresh parmesan cheese for best flavor and texture.
- Use medium-low heat to prevent burning while ensuring the fritters cook through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
