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Crispy Cauliflower Fritters

These crispy, delicious cauliflower fritters are ready in about 30 minutes. Like all fried foods, they are irresistible!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 5 servings
Calories: 195 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups riced cauliflower heaping; 8 ounces; uncooked
  • ½ cup scallions green parts; chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten; see notes
  • ½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt see notes
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup parmesan grated
  • ½ cup almond flour 2 ounces
  • ¼ cup olive oil for frying

Instructions

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  1. Set the oven to "keep warm" (170°F) and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the riced cauliflower, scallions, minced garlic, eggs, salt, pepper, parmesan, and almond flour.
  3. Heat the oil in a large (12-inch) nonstick skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Place 5 fritters in the skillet - use a ¼ cup scoop and pack the mixture into the scoop. After releasing it into the skillet, gently flatten it with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
  4. Fry the pancakes over medium heat (not higher) for about 4-5 minutes, until their bottom has formed a sturdy, golden-brown crust. Be patient – if you flip them too soon, they will fall apart.
  5. Carefully flip the fritters and fry them until golden brown on both sides and sturdy enough to lift off the skillet, 4-5 more minutes. Keep the cooked fritters in the warm oven while you cook the second batch.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • If using any salt other than Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt, including Morton kosher salt, use half the amount listed.
  • In this recipe, the eggs really do need to be large. If the mixture seems dry, add either an extra yolk or an extra egg white. If using medium eggs, you can use three of them.
  • You can use frozen cauliflower rice. If you do, microwave it in a covered microwave-safe bowl for about 2 minutes, just until it's no longer frozen. Drain well to prevent the fritters from being watery and falling apart. I like to spread it on paper towels to make sure it's dry.
  • The nutrition info assumes the pancakes will absorb about half the oil. 
  • You can keep the leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for 3-4 days. They taste great when gently reheated in the microwave at 50% power. You can also reheat them in a 350°F oven or simply serve them cold. 
  • You can also freeze these fritters for up to three months.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2fritters Calories 195kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 9g (18%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 310mg (13%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 195

% Daily Value*

Serving 2fritters
Calories 195kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 9g 18%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 310mg 13%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.