Simple and very tasty, this kid-friendly Basic Cauliflower Fritters recipe is a must-have for any housewife.
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!
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INGREDIENTS FOR CAULIFLOWER FRITTERS:
- 5 cups of chopped cauliflower florets
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp. of baking powder
- salt and pepper, to taste
- vegetable oil for frying
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Place the cauliflower into the food processor and process until finely minced.
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.)
3. Using an ice-cream scoop as a measure, form small, 1/3 inch-thick patties. You can make them smaller or larger depending on your personal preference.
4. Fry the patties on medium heat, in a small amount of vegetable oil for about 2 minutes per side.
5. Serve the fritters with sour cream or your favorite sauce.
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!
- 5 cups chopped cauliflower florets
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- vegetable oil for frying
- 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, 1/3 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.
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Is this something you can bake instead of frying for a healthier version
Hi Elizabeth! I’ve tried baking these fritters, and I didn’t like the result. That is why I only fry them. Thanks!
They taste really good and is very easy to make. We added parmesan and used coconut oil. But you really need to squeeze out as much water as you can before adding ingredients to the cauliflower. Will definitely make these again. Thanks
Great! Thank you for the feedback, Metua!
Loved this! Was super easy, and they turned out great. Didn’t have a food processor, but grating the cauliflower worked just fine
Thanks for the feedback, Ging! I am so glad you enjoyed these!
The cauliflower is a very healthy vegetable but it is not always appetizing to eat …. with your recipe on the other hand must be delicious! I’ll try!
Thanks, Mr.Loto! Hope you’ll enjoy these Fritters!
What to do if I donot have a food processer
Try using hand chopper and work in batches, Elizabeth. If you don’t have it also, you can try grating the cauliflower instead.
Can you use frozen riced cauliflower.
Hi Jeanette! I have never used it, but I think it should work as well. Thanks!
You would need to put the frozen cauliflower in a towel and squeeze out most of the water
Hi! Is there any way to make this vegan? What can I use instead of the eggs?
Thanks!
Hi Stefania! I’ve heard that vegans successfully substitute eggs for soaked flax seeds. Please, find more info here: https://minimalistbaker.com/how-to-make-a-flax-egg/
Hi I live in the UK and struggle with the conversions! What is a cup in grams or kilograms please xx
Hi Donna! I’ll measure the ingredients next time (weigh the cauliflower, etc.) I make these, and update this recipe. Stay tuned!
Donna: There’s this awesome online tool called “Google” that you can use for conversions.
Could you estimate how much cauliflower rice the 5 cups of florets makes. I have already riced cauliflower but I don’t know how to estimate the other ingredients in proportion to it. Thank you.
Hi Debbie! I think you’ll need approximately 2.5-3 cups of riced cauliflower. Thanks!
Oh these sound great! My husband is vegetarian so I’m always looking for fritters, etc. Do you think I could serve these like sliders? On a bun with sauce and other veggies?
I think it’s a great idea, Ashley! 🙂
Have you tried baking them instead of frying?
Hi Angela! I’ve tried baking these, but I wasn’t impressed with the outcome. They taste so much better when fried.
What would you compare this to?
I wouldn’t compare it to anything, Casey. Since it has only one major ingredient, cauliflower, it tastes a lot like it.
Could these be made in an airfryer? To reduce the amount of oil?
I have never used an airfryer, so I cannot advise. Sorry.
I use air fryer you can as long as the have enough to hold together. I cool almost anything you can fry in the air works great.
Sounds delicious. I see diced bricvoli and cauliflower in the store…could I use that combo?
Hi Amy! This combo sounds great!
I’ve had a head of cauliflower sitting in my fridge for over a week and haven’t figured out what I wanted to do with it, until now! Thanks for sharing the recipe. It looks delicious, and I’m looking forward to trying this recipe!
Thanks, Hilda! Don’t let the cauliflower go to waste. I am sure you’ll love these. 🙂
Would love to have the Yam recipe. I will be making this recipe tomorrow which i am really looking forward to. I have been drying spinach because it goes bad so fast. Part of the spinach I make into a powder to add to my smoothies and have been looking for other ways to use it and this might one of them.
Yes, spinach should work great in this recipe. Let me know if you give these a try, Arleen!
Do you think almond flour will work?
Hi Donica! I am not sure, but I think it should work. Thanks!
so the almond flour- not so much… but I used a half almond half regular mix- which worked out well. I will have to experiment more with anther alternative .. on the bright side, these were very easy and delish. Note to other readers wring out that cauliflower for all its worth, if its wet at all keep wringing!
Wonder if you can use coconut flour instead of all purpose flour ???
Hi Betty! I am sorry, but I don’t think coconut flour would be a good fit for this recipe.
Thank you
I made them this evening and loved them! I added Parmesan cheese, garlic, fresh parsley, and chives with a little pinch of cayenne. Quick and easy to make! Will be making them again!
Great! Thanks for sharing, Deborah!
I used sesame oil and even sprinkled some raw sesame seeds in the outside before frying them. I liked the added crunch. Also added grated Parmesan to the mix. I can think of a thousand things to add! Also sauces to put on top. Very versatile recipe!
Thanks, Kate! Sounds like a great idea with the sesame seeds&oil! Cannot wait to try!
Do you steam the cauliflower first?
Hi Colleen! No. I use raw cauliflower. Thanks!
I made these tonight!! Really good!! I added minced garlic.. paprika and onions.. thanks for the inspiration!!
That’s great! Thank you for sharing!
Since vegetable oil is a known heart disease and cancer causer, can you suggest another oil/fat for the readers who don’t know that processed vegetable oils are so bad.
Thanks
Otherwise looks great
Hi Daisy!
I use vegetable oil for frying. I will educate myself on the harm of vegetable (canola, etc.) oil, maybe it’s time to make changes to my diet. Thank you for your comment! Stay healthy!
How about coconut oil?
You might try avocado oil. It has a higher burn tempos good to use for frying plus healthier and tastes good.
Nice,yummy.Its works well with yam,too.
Thanks, Hatta! I’ve got to try the yam version.