Here’s a crispy, flavorful Cabbage Fritters recipe, made with simple ingredients and explained in full detail with clear directions 🥬✨
Perfect as a snack, tea-time treat, or side dish.
🥬 Cabbage Fritters (Crispy & Easy)
⏱ Prep Time:
15 minutes
⏱ Cook Time:
15 minutes
🍽 Serves:
4 people
🧾 Ingredients
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Cabbage – 2 cups, finely shredded
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Onion – 1 small, finely sliced
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Green chilies – 1–2, finely chopped (optional)
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Garlic – 2 cloves, minced (optional)
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Fresh coriander – 2 tablespoons, chopped
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Gram flour (besan) – ½ cup
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Rice flour or cornflour – 2 tablespoons (for crispiness)
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Cumin seeds – ½ teaspoon
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Red chili powder – ½ teaspoon
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Turmeric powder – ¼ teaspoon
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Salt – to taste
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Water – 2–4 tablespoons (as needed)
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Oil – for shallow or deep frying
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Directions
Step 1: Prepare the Cabbage
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Wash cabbage and shred finely.
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Sprinkle a little salt and gently squeeze.
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Let sit 5 minutes, then squeeze out excess water.
Step 2: Make the Batter
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In a bowl, add cabbage, onion, chilies, garlic, and coriander.
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Add besan, rice flour, cumin seeds, red chili powder, turmeric, and salt.
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Mix well.
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Add water slowly to form a thick batter that holds shape.
Step 3: Heat Oil
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Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
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Oil should be hot but not smoking.
Step 4: Fry the Fritters
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Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil.
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Flatten slightly.
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Fry 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
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Remove and drain on paper towels.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
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Serve hot with mint chutney, ketchup, or yogurt dip
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Enjoy with tea or coffee
⭐ Tips for Extra Crispiness
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Use rice flour or cornflour
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Keep batter thick
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Fry on medium heat (not high)
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Do not overcrowd pan
🔁 Variations
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Add grated carrot or potato
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Add cheese for a fusion twist
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Make in air fryer (180°C for 12–15 minutes, flip halfway)
🥗 Storage
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Best eaten fresh
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Reheat in oven or air fryer for crispiness