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Crispy golden brown cabbage fritters stacked on a plate, made with shredded cabbage, carrot, and onion
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Cabbage Fritters

Crispy cabbage fritters made with simple ingredients. Golden brown, quick to fry, and perfect with sour cream or yogurt dip!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, side
Cuisine: American, European
Keyword: cabbage and green apple salad, cabbage fritters
Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • ½ medium green cabbage about 400 g, shredded on a coarse grater
  • 1 medium carrot grated
  • ½ medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 –3 garlic cloves minced or pressed
  • 5 –6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

Prepare the vegetables:

  • Place the grated cabbage, carrot, and onion into a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with salt and gently squeeze with your hands to soften the cabbage.
    Grated cabbage, carrot, and chopped onion in a glass bowl before mixing for cabbage fritters.

Mix the batter:

  • Add the eggs, garlic, paprika, and black pepper. Stir until well blended. Mix in the flour until the mixture holds together. If it feels too loose, add another spoon of flour.
    Eggs, paprika, and seasonings added to grated vegetables in a bowl for cabbage fritters.

Cook the fritters:

  • Warm oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan, flatten slightly, and fry for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
    Mixing flour into the cabbage fritter batter with a spoon until combined

Serve:

  • Transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Serve warm with sour cream, plain yogurt, or your favorite dipping sauce.
    Cabbage fritters frying in a non-stick skillet until golden brown and crispy.

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Notes

For the best texture, make sure to squeeze the cabbage well after salting. This step removes excess liquid and keeps the fritters from turning soggy.
If the batter feels too loose, add an extra tablespoon of flour until it holds together. On the other hand, if it seems too dry, mix in a splash of water or another beaten egg.
Cook the fritters in a single layer and avoid crowding the skillet. This allows them to fry evenly and develop a golden brown, crispy crust.
These fritters taste best hot from the pan, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in a skillet or oven instead of the microwave to bring back their crunch.
For a lighter version, bake the fritters on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping halfway through.
You can easily customize the flavor by adding fresh herbs like dill, parsley, or cilantro, or even mixing in a small amount of shredded cheese for extra richness.

Nutrition

Calories: 26kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 118mg | Potassium: 102mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 967IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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