Description
These crispy and flavorful cauliflower fritters are a delicious way to enjoy a healthy vegetable snack or appetizer. Made with tender steamed cauliflower, Parmesan cheese, and Italian breadcrumbs, they are pan-fried to golden perfection and garnished with fresh green onions. Perfect for a light meal or as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
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
For Frying and Garnish
- Olive oil for frying
- chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Steam cauliflower: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Steam 1 head of cauliflower, chopped into small florets, for 10 minutes or until tender but still mashable. Drain well and cool slightly.
- Mash cauliflower: In a large bowl, mash the steamed cauliflower with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky.
- Mix ingredients: Stir in ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup Italian breadcrumbs, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 large egg, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
- Form patties: Shape the mixture into small uniform fritter patties for even cooking.
- Fry fritters: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the patties in batches for 8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Add more oil as needed.
- Garnish and serve: Remove fritters from oil and drain on paper towels. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat leftovers in a skillet or air fryer for best crispiness.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour to make this recipe gluten free.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or basil for extra flavor.
- Serve with sour cream, ranch, or spicy aioli as dipping sauces.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
