Simple, crispy, and absolutely delicious — these Basic Cauliflower Fritters are the perfect quick snack or light meal. With just a few simple ingredients, you can turn fresh cauliflower into golden fritters that are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. Even picky eaters will love them!
These kid-friendly fritters are ready in minutes and make a great addition to any meal. Serve them with sour cream, yogurt, or your favorite dipping sauce for a satisfying bite every time.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Uses only 4 basic ingredients
- Ready in under 25 minutes
- Perfect for kids and adults alike
- Customizable with your favorite add-ins like cheese, herbs, or veggies
- Great for meal prep — store and reheat easily!
🥣 Ingredients You’ll Need
- 5 cups cauliflower florets (about 1 lb)
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Avocado oil or vegetable oil, for frying
👩🍳 How to Make Cauliflower Fritters
- Prepare the Cauliflower
Place the cauliflower florets in a food processor and pulse until finely minced. - Mix the Batter
Transfer the minced cauliflower to a large bowl. Add eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until a thick, paste-like batter forms.
Tip: If the mixture feels too soft, sprinkle in a bit more flour. - Form the Patties
Scoop the mixture using an ice cream scoop or ¼ cup measure. Flatten slightly into ⅓-inch-thick patties. - Fry the Fritters
Heat a few tablespoons of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook each fritter for about 2 minutes per side, until golden and crispy. - Serve & Enjoy
Serve warm with sour cream, yogurt, or your favorite dipping sauce!
🌿 Recipe Tips & Variations
- Make it cheesy: Add grated Parmesan or crumbled feta.
- Add more veggies: Try chopped kale, onions, or corn for extra flavor.
- Spice it up: Sprinkle in garlic powder, paprika, or chili flakes.
- Healthier option: Bake them in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm them in a skillet or microwave for a few minutes until heated through.
🥣 Best Dips to Serve With
- Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt
- Tzatziki Sauce
- Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce
- Spicy Bloom Sauce
- Garlic Aioli
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- [Zucchini Corn Fritters]
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📋 Basic Cauliflower Fritters Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 | Calories: 272 kcal
Ingredients
- 5 cups chopped cauliflower (about 1 lb)
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Avocado oil for frying
Instructions
- Pulse cauliflower in a food processor until finely chopped.
- Mix with eggs, flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Form small patties about ⅓ inch thick.
- Fry over medium heat in a little oil for 2 minutes per side, until golden.
- Serve warm with sour cream or your favorite sauce.
📝 Notes
- Add extra flour if the batter feels too wet.
- These fritters taste best fresh, but reheat beautifully.
- Try baking instead of frying for a lighter version.