Crispy Cabbage, Carrot & Cheese Fritters

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups finely shredded cabbage
• 1 large carrot, grated
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 green onions, finely sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 2–3 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil, for frying

Instructions

1. Prepare the vegetables: Place the shredded cabbage and carrot in a bowl. Sprinkle lightly with salt and let sit for 5 minutes. Squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible.
2. Make the mixture: Add the cabbage and carrot to a large bowl with cheese, eggs, flour, green onions, garlic, paprika, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
3. Form the fritters: Scoop about ¼ cup of the mixture at a time and flatten slightly into small patties.
4. Pan-fry: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the fritters in batches for about 3–4 minutes per side, until crisp and deeply golden brown.
5. Drain: Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
6. Serve: Serve hot with sour cream, ranch dressing, garlic yogurt sauce, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Tips

• Removing excess moisture from the cabbage and carrot is the key to crispy fritters.
• Don’t overcrowd the skillet; cook in batches for better browning.
• For extra crunch, replace 2 tablespoons of the flour with cornstarch.
• Add fresh parsley, dill, or a pinch of chili flakes for extra flavor.