Cabbage Fritters With Dipping Sauce (Print Version)

Crispy cabbage fritters with tangy dipping sauce - ready in 35 minutes for a perfect vegetarian appetizer.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Fritters

01 - 3 cups finely shredded green cabbage
02 - 1 medium carrot, grated
03 - 2 spring onions, finely sliced
04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
06 - 1/4 cup cornstarch
07 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
13 - 1/3 cup milk
14 - Vegetable oil for frying

→ For the Dipping Sauce

15 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
16 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
17 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
18 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
19 - 1/2 teaspoon honey
20 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
21 - Salt and pepper to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, and sliced spring onions.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and fresh parsley until well combined.
03 - Add the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder to the wet mixture. Stir until the batter reaches a smooth consistency.
04 - Add the vegetable mixture to the batter and mix thoroughly until all vegetables are evenly coated.
05 - Heat 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
06 - Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of batter for each fritter and gently flatten in the hot oil using the back of a spatula.
07 - Fry the fritters in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
08 - While fritters cook, combine all dipping sauce ingredients in a small bowl and mix until smooth. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
09 - Arrange warm fritters on a serving plate and present the tangy dipping sauce alongside.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They come together in less than 40 minutes using everyday vegetables you probably already have.
  • The contrast between the crispy golden edges and the soft, flavorful center is completely addictive.
  • The tangy dipping sauce turns a simple fritter into something that feels special enough for guests.
  • You can make the batter ahead and fry them fresh whenever a craving hits.
02 -
  • If your batter is too wet, the fritters will fall apart in the oil, so add a tablespoon more flour if needed.
  • Overcrowding the pan drops the oil temperature and makes the fritters soggy instead of crispy.
  • Let the fritters cook undisturbed for the first few minutes or they will stick and tear when you try to flip them.
  • The dipping sauce tastes better after sitting for 10 minutes, so make it first if you have time.
03 -
  • Use a cookie scoop to portion the batter so all the fritters cook at the same rate and look uniform.
  • Keep the finished fritters warm in a low oven while you fry the rest so they stay crispy until serving.
  • Double the dipping sauce recipe because it also works beautifully as a salad dressing or sandwich spread.
  • If the oil starts smoking, lower the heat immediately and let it cool slightly before continuing.
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