Description
Crispy and golden “basic cauliflower fritters” bring Mediterranean charm to your kitchen, offering a delightful blend of simple ingredients and irresistible flavors. Perfectly seasoned and effortlessly crunchy, these fritters invite you to savor a light yet satisfying culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 small head cauliflower (about 3 cups, finely chopped)
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- ½ cup (50 grams) shredded cheese (cheddar or Parmesan)
Seasoning Ingredients:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
Aromatic Ingredients:
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Transform cauliflower into tender, soft pieces through steaming or microwaving until it reaches a delicate consistency.
- Gently break down the cooked cauliflower using a fork or knife, creating a fine, crumbly texture that will integrate smoothly into the batter.
- Create a flavor-rich mixture by whisking eggs until smooth, then incorporating flour, shredded cheese, finely chopped green onions, minced garlic, and a balanced blend of seasonings.
- Fold the prepared cauliflower into the batter, ensuring complete and even distribution of ingredients for consistent flavor throughout.
- Warm olive oil in a skillet, allowing it to reach an optimal temperature for achieving a crisp, golden exterior.
- Carefully drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil, gently pressing each fritter to create a uniform thickness and maximize surface crispiness.
- Cook each fritter for several minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown color and crisp edges, then delicately flip to ensure even cooking on both sides.
- Remove fritters from the skillet and place on absorbent paper towels to eliminate excess oil and maintain their delightful crunch.
- Plate the fritters while warm, accompanied by a cooling dollop of sour cream or yogurt, enhancing the dish’s flavor profile with a creamy complementary sauce.
Notes
- Moisture Control: Pat the steamed cauliflower dry with paper towels to prevent soggy fritters and ensure a crispy exterior.
- Cheese Flexibility: Experiment with different hard cheeses like parmesan, pecorino, or aged cheddar to vary the flavor profile and texture.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Replace wheat flour with almond flour or gluten-free flour blend for a celiac-friendly version without compromising crispiness.
- Vegetable Boost: Add finely grated zucchini or carrots to increase nutritional value and introduce subtle additional flavors to the fritters.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Indian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg