Looking for a new way to enjoy cabbage? These crispy cabbage fritters are packed with flavor and make the perfect appetizer, side dish, or even a light meal. Shredded cabbage and carrots, seasoned with garlic, paprika, and scallions, are combined with a simple batter, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Serve them with a spicy garlic dipping sauce for an extra kick. This dish is quick to make, budget-friendly, and sure to please even picky eaters. Let’s get started on this crunchy, savory treat that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
For the Fritters:
- 4 cups finely shredded green cabbage (about ½ medium head)
- 1 medium carrot, shredded
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced
- 3 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- 3-4 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil for frying
For the Dipping Sauce:
- ½ cup of plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon of sriracha or your favorite hot sauce (adjust according to your spice preference)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrot, and sliced scallions. Mix well.
- Make the batter: Add the eggs, flour, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika to the vegetable mixture. Stir until everything is well combined and the batter sticks together.
- Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat 3-4 tablespoons of avocado or olive oil over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough that a drop of batter sizzles when added to the pan.
- Fry the fritters: Scoop about ¼ cup of the cabbage mixture and flatten it slightly with a spoon. Add to the skillet and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil to the pan as needed.
- Make the dipping sauce: While the fritters are frying, whisk together the sour cream or Greek yogurt, sriracha, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust the heat by adding more sriracha to taste.
- Serve: Once the fritters are crispy and golden, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with the spicy garlic dipping sauce on the side.
Conclusion:
These crispy cabbage fritters are a fantastic way to elevate simple vegetables into a flavorful, satisfying dish. The combination of crunchy cabbage, savory seasonings, and a zesty dipping sauce creates a well-rounded, delicious bite every time. Easy to prepare and highly versatile, these fritters are perfect for a snack, appetizer, or light meal. Enjoy them hot and fresh for the best crunch and flavor!
Crispy Cabbage Fritters with Spicy Garlic Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 cups finely shredded green cabbage about ½ medium head
- 1 medium carrot shredded
- 3 scallions thinly sliced
- 3 large eggs lightly beaten
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- 3-4 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil for frying
- ½ cup of plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tablespoon of sriracha or your favorite hot sauce adjust according to your spice preference
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, carrot, and sliced scallions. Mix well.
- Make the batter: Add the eggs, flour, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika to the vegetable mixture. Stir until everything is well combined and the batter sticks together.
- Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat 3-4 tablespoons of avocado or olive oil over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough that a drop of batter sizzles when added to the pan.
- Fry the fritters: Scoop about ¼ cup of the cabbage mixture and flatten it slightly with a spoon. Add to the skillet and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil to the pan as needed.
- Make the dipping sauce: While the fritters are frying, whisk together the sour cream or Greek yogurt, sriracha, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust the heat by adding more sriracha to taste.
- Serve: Once the fritters are crispy and golden, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve immediately with the spicy garlic dipping sauce on the side.