Cabbage Fritters With Dipping Sauce (Printable Version)

Crispy golden fritters made with shredded cabbage, carrots, and a flavorful batter, served with tangy sauce.

# What You 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

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, and spring onions.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and parsley until well combined.
03 - Add the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder to the wet mixture and stir until smooth and lump-free.
04 - Pour the batter over the cabbage mixture and mix 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 with the back of a spoon in the hot oil.
07 - Cook the fritters in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
08 - Mix all dipping sauce ingredients in a small bowl until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
09 - Arrange warm fritters on a serving plate and serve with the tangy dipping sauce on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Theyre shockingly crispy on the outside yet stay soft and tender where the cabbage steams inside the batter.
  • You can pull them together with pantry staples and whatever vegetables need using up.
  • The tangy yogurt dipping sauce cuts through the richness and makes every bite feel balanced and bright.
  • Theyre just as good served hot from the pan or at room temperature for packed lunches.
02 -
  • Dont crowd the pan or the temperature will drop and your fritters will steam instead of fry, turning soggy and pale.
  • Press the batter gently but firmly into flat rounds in the pan so they cook evenly and develop that golden crust.
  • Let the oil come back up to temperature between batches or youll end up with greasy, limp fritters.
  • If the batter seems too thick, add a splash more milk, if its too runny, stir in a tablespoon of flour.
03 -
  • Use a cookie scoop to portion the batter so every fritter is the same size and cooks evenly.
  • Let the first side get properly golden before flipping, rushing it will tear the fritter apart.
  • Keep finished fritters warm in a low oven on a wire rack so they stay crispy while you finish frying.
  • Double the sauce recipe because it disappears fast and everyone will want more.
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