Cabbage Fritters with Yogurt-Dill Sauce

🥬 Cabbage Fritters with Yogurt-Dill Sauce

🌿 Ingredients

For the Fritters:

• 2 cups finely shredded cabbage

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 eggs

• ½ cup flour (or chickpea flour for gluten-free)

• 1 small carrot, grated (optional)

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill

• ½ teaspoon baking powder

• ½ teaspoon salt (to taste)

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder or 1 minced garlic clove

• Oil for shallow frying

For the Yogurt-Dill Sauce:

• ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder or 1 minced garlic clove

• Salt and pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prepare the batter:

1. In a large bowl, mix the shredded cabbage and onion.

2. Add salt and let sit for 5–10 minutes to release moisture. Squeeze lightly to remove excess water.

3. Add eggs, flour, parsley (or dill), baking powder, pepper, and garlic powder.

4. Mix until you get a thick, spoonable batter.

2. Cook the fritters:

1. Heat oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.

2. Drop spoonfuls of batter into the pan and flatten slightly.

3. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.

4. Transfer to paper towels to remove excess oil.

3. Make the Yogurt-Dill Sauce:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper.

2. Chill until serving.

4. Serve:

Serve the crispy cabbage fritters warm with the cool yogurt-dill sauce on the side or drizzled on top.

🍋 Tips & Variations

• Add grated zucchini or spinach for extra veggies.

• Use air fryer: 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.

• To make vegan: Replace eggs with 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal + 5 tablespoons water.

💬 Q&A

Q: Can I make these ahead of time?
A: Yes! You can make the batter a few hours before cooking or refrigerate cooked fritters and reheat in the oven/air fryer.

Q: What can I serve with these fritters?
A: They pair beautifully with salads, grilled meats, or as a vegetarian snack platter.

Q: Can I freeze them?
A: Yes! Freeze cooked fritters in a single layer, then store in a bag. Reheat in the oven or air fryer until crisp.