Cabbage Fritters With Dipping Sauce (Printable version)

Crispy savory cabbage fritters with tangy dipping sauce. Perfect appetizer ready in 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

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, grated carrot, and sliced spring onions.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and fresh parsley until well combined.
03 - Add the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and baking powder to the wet mixture. Stir until the batter reaches a smooth consistency.
04 - Add the cabbage mixture to the prepared batter and fold together until all vegetables are evenly coated.
05 - Pour vegetable oil to a depth of 1/4 inch into a large skillet and heat over medium heat until shimmering.
06 - Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of batter for each fritter, gently flatten in the hot oil, and fry in batches for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
07 - While fritters cook, combine all dipping sauce ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until smooth. Adjust seasonings to taste.
08 - Arrange warm fritters on a serving platter and present with the tangy dipping sauce alongside.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They use everyday vegetables you probably already have and turn them into something that feels special and indulgent.
  • The contrast between the crispy edges and tender center makes every bite satisfying in a way that keeps you reaching for another.
  • The tangy dipping sauce pulls everything together with just the right balance of creaminess and brightness.
02 -
  • Don't let the oil get too hot or the fritters will burn on the outside before the inside cooks through; medium heat is your friend here.
  • Press the fritters gently when you first put them in the pan so they hold their shape and cook evenly without falling apart.
  • If the batter seems too thick and won't spread, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until it loosens just enough to coat the vegetables.
03 -
  • Use a slotted spoon or spider to flip the fritters so you don't splash hot oil, and it gives you better control than a regular spatula.
  • Let the cabbage mixture sit for five minutes after mixing with the batter so the vegetables release a little moisture and everything binds together better.
  • Make a double batch of the dipping sauce because it's so good people will use it on everything, and you'll run out faster than you expect.
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