Cabbage Fritters With Dipping Sauce (Print Version)

Crispy cabbage fritters with a tangy dipping sauce. Perfect appetizer or snack ready in just 35 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Cooking 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 incorporated.
03 - Add the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder to the wet mixture and stir until smooth and lump-free.
04 - Fold the cabbage mixture into the batter until the vegetables are evenly coated throughout.
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 pan with a spatula.
07 - Fry the fritters in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels immediately after frying.
08 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, and minced garlic. Mix until smooth and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
09 - Arrange warm fritters on a serving plate and present the tangy dipping sauce alongside.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • They turn humble cabbage into something golden and crave-worthy without any fancy equipment.
  • The batter comes together in one bowl and doesn't need to rest or chill.
  • That tangy dipping sauce makes even the simplest fritter feel like a treat worth sharing.
02 -
  • If the batter feels too thick and clumpy, add milk one tablespoon at a time until it loosens just enough to coat the vegetables.
  • Don't flip the fritters more than once or they'll fall apart, let each side get properly golden before turning.
  • Keep the oil temperature steady, if it's too hot they'll burn outside and stay raw inside.
03 -
  • Use a spring-loaded ice cream scoop to portion the batter, every fritter comes out the same size and cooks evenly.
  • Let the first side get properly golden before you even think about flipping, patience here makes all the difference.
  • Taste the dipping sauce before serving and don't be afraid to add more lemon or honey until it feels balanced to you.
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