Basic Cauliflower Fritters (2024)

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Simple and very tasty, this kid-friendly Basic Cauliflower Fritters recipe is a must-have for everyone. You will not be able to stop at one!

I love everything about these cauliflower fritters. Golden and crispy on the outside, tender and succulent on the inside, these 4-ingredient Basic Cauliflower Fritters are my go-to recipe for a quick snack or lunch. I enjoy them the most with some sour cream on the side.

This recipe could easily be customized to your taste. If you feel adventurous, feel free to add some kale, onions, fresh herbs, Parmesan, Feta cheese, or even some corn. Now that I have you all excited about these cauliflower fritters, let's start cooking!

WATCH HOW TO MAKE CAULIFLOWER FRITTERS

1. Place the cauliflower into the food processor and process untilfinely minced.

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2. Transfer the cauliflower into a large mixing bowl and add the rest of the ingredients, excluding the vegetable oil. Mix everything well. (You should have a nice, paste-like mixture. If the mixture looks a little too soft and moist - add some more flour.)

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3. Using an ice-cream scoopas a measure, form small, ⅓ inch-thick patties.You can make them smaller or larger depending on your personal preference.

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4. Fry the patties on medium heat, in a small amount of vegetable oil for about 2 minutes per side.

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5. Serve the fritters with sour cream or your favorite sauce.

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That's it! Your easy and delicious Basic Cauliflower Fritters are ready. I encourage you to experiment and try adding your favorite ingredients to the recipe. Of course, share your feedback in the comments below. I'd love to hear how you enjoyed the fritters!

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HOW TO REHEAT CAULIFLOWER FRITTERS

Be sure to store the fritters properly in an airtight container. They can last in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, just microwave or reheat on the stove for a few minutes.

WHAT SAUCE IS BEST FOR CAULIFLOWER FRITTERS

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Basic Cauliflower Fritters

Tania Sheff

Simple and very tasty, this kid-friendly Basic Cauliflower Fritters recipe is a must-have for everyone. You will not be able to stop at one!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 2 servings

Calories 272 kcal

Ingredients

  • 5 cups chopped cauliflower florets
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup all purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  • Place the cauliflower into the food processor and process until finely minced.

  • Transfer the cauliflower into a large mixing bowl and add the rest of the ingredients, excluding the vegetable oil. Mix everything well. (You should have a nice, paste-like mixture. If the mixture looks a little too soft and moist – add some more flour.)

  • Using an ice-cream scoop as a measure, form small, ⅓ inch-thick patties. You can make them smaller or larger depending on your personal preference.

  • Fry the patties on medium heat, in a small amount of vegetable oil for about 2 minutes per side.

  • Serve the fritters with sour cream or your favorite sauce.

Notes

Nutrition

Calories: 272kcalCarbohydrates: 57gProtein: 11gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 75mgPotassium: 758mgFiber: 8gSugar: 7gVitamin C: 159.2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2.9mg

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Comments

  1. Sheila says

    I made these and were good. I added Italian season and tyme. And parmesan cheese. Didn't get all of the water out so was a bit softer. Thank! Keeper recipe!

    Reply

    • Tania Sheff says

      Thanks, Sheila!

      Reply

  2. Rachelle says

    Can I use anything other than egg to hold it together?

    Reply

    • Tania Sheff says

      Hi Rachel! I tried a few options (chickpea flour, flax "eggs") but they didn't hold well.

      Reply

  3. Fran says

    Can you bake this instead of frying

    Reply

    • Tania Sheff says

      Hi Fran! Yes. Just place these on a parchment paper, and spray with oil. Bake at 375F for about 15 minutes. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply

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