Crispy Cabbage Fritters

These Crispy Cabbage Fritters are golden, crunchy on the outside, and packed with savory flavor inside. Made with simple everyday ingredients and no eggs or dairy, they’re light, ridiculously easy to throw together, and pair perfectly with your favorite garlic-herb dip. One bite, and you'll be making them on repeat!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 212kcal

Author Julia Maz

Ingredients

4 cups cabbage, finely shredded
1 medium carrot, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp vegan sour cream
1 tsp salt, or to taste
¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
3 tbsp olive oil

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Instructions

Finely shred the cabbage and place it in a large bowl. Sprinkle with salt, mix well, and let it sit for 5–10 minutes to soften and release excess moisture.
4 cups cabbage, finely shredded
Using your hands, firmly squeeze out as much excess liquid from the cabbage as possible and transfer it to a clean bowl. (This is the secret to getting them super crispy!)
Add the grated carrot, flour, cornstarch, vegan sour cream, garlic, salt, and black pepper to the squeezed cabbage. Stir well until everything is evenly combined and a thick batter forms.
1 medium carrot, grated, 2 cloves garlic, minced, ½ cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 2 tbsp vegan sour cream, 1 tsp salt, or to taste, ¼ tsp black pepper, or to taste
Take a small handful of the cabbage mixture and press it firmly between your hands to form a round, compact patty. Repeat with the remaining batter.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully add the fritters and fry for 3–4 minutes per side, until deeply golden brown and crispy on the edges. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and serve hot!
3 tbsp olive oil

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Notes

🔀 Recipe Variations

🌶️ Make it spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes, a dash of cayenne, or some finely diced jalapeño to the cabbage batter for a warm, fiery kick.

🧀 Add a cheesy layer: Stir in 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast or your favorite plant-based parmesan to give the fritters a savory, cheesy depth of flavor.

🌿 Load up on fresh herbs: Mix in a handful of chopped fresh dill, green onions, or parsley along with the cabbage for an extra pop of fresh flavor.

🌽 Add extra veggies: Toss in some sweet corn kernels, green peas, or thinly sliced bell pepper for added sweet texture and color.

🫙 Storage & Make-Ahead

🧊 Storage

Store any leftover fritters in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.

⏳ Make-ahead tip

You can shred, salt, and squeeze the cabbage a day in advance! Keep the dry squeezed cabbage in a sealed container in the fridge, then just mix in the flour, starch, and seasonings right before frying.

♨️ Reheating

To get that signature crunch back, reheat them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side, or popped in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes. Avoid the microwave if you want them crispy!

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