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Golden Turmeric Cauliflower Fritters – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Golden Turmeric Cauliflower Fritters

Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these Golden Turmeric Cauliflower Fritters are bursting with savory, anti-inflammatory goodness. The perfect low-carb appetizer, light lunch, or healthy snack that proves nutritious food can be incredibly delicious.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 serving
Calories: 238

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets (approx. 4 cups / 500g / 17.6 oz)
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 2/3 cup (70 g / 2.47 oz) almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon (5 g / 0.18 oz) nutritional yeast
  • 1 tablespoon (8 g / 0.28 oz) ground turmeric
  • 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 g / 1.06 oz) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon (10 ml / 0.3 fl oz) sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon (20 ml / 0.7 fl oz) black pepper, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g / 1.06 oz) butter or oil, for frying
  • For an extra flavor boost, add 1/4 cup (960 ml) of grated Parmesan cheese or a teaspoon of garlic powder to the fritter mixture.
  • These fritters are fantastic served with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, a sprinkle of fresh chives, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
  • To reheat leftovers and restore their crispiness, place them in an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 3-4 minutes or pan-fry them in a lightly oiled skillet.

Method
 

  1. Directions
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  3. Add the cauliflower florets and cook for 8 minutes until fork-tender.
  4. Drain well.
  5. Transfer the cooked florets to a food processor and pulse until the texture resembles coarse rice. Allow it to cool for a few minutes.
  6. Place the riced cauliflower in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze firmly to remove as much excess moisture as possible. This is the key to crispy fritters!
  7. In a large mixing bowl, combine the squeezed cauliflower, beaten eggs, almond flour, nutritional yeast, turmeric, Greek yogurt, salt, and pepper.
  8. Stir until the mixture is thoroughly combined.
  9. Heat butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Scoop 2-3 tablespoons (45 ml / 1.5 fl oz) of the mixture, form it into a patty, and carefully place it in the hot pan.
  10. Repeat, being careful not to overcrowd the skillet.
  11. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and crisp.
  12. Serve immediately while hot.
  13. Do not skip squeezing the water out of the cauliflower. This step is absolutely essential to ensure your fritters hold together and get crispy instead of steamy.

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 23g

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