Cauliflower Fritters

5 from 2 votes

These crispy cauliflower fritters are light, cheesy, and perfect as an appetizer for the game, after-school snack, or yummy side.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cauliflower, cauliflower fritters, Crispy Cauliflower Fritters, fritters, vegetarian snack

Servings: people

Author: Alyssa Rivers

Ingredients

1 head cauliflower chopped into small florets (about 3 cups)
¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup Italian breadcrumbs
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
1 large egg
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
Olive oil for frying
chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Steam 1 head cauliflower, chopped into small florets, for 5-10 minutes or until tender. It should be mashable but not mushy. Drain well and cool slightly before mashing.
In a large bowl, mash the cauliflower with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky.
Stir in ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup Italian breadcrumbs, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 large egg, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
Form the mixture into small uniform patties.
Heat Olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the patties in batches for 6-8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Add more oil to the pan, as needed. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Updated May 27, 2025

Leftover Instructions: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet or air fryer to bring back that crispy texture.

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