Cabbage Patties also known as cabbage fritters are undoubtedly a delightful and flavorful side dish that will be ready in less than 15 minutes.
They have an excellent crisp and satisfying crunch each time you bite into them. But you'll also be surprised by how soft and tender they are on the inside.
Also, check Cabbage Salsa and Baked Stuffed Bell Peppers With Rice.
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Easy Cabbage Patties Recipe
The texture of this dish is definitely one to amaze you. The warm and mildly sweet taste of the cabbage is perfectly improved with the additional spices and herbs, creating a mouthwatering combo. You'll have no choice but to ask for more!
This recipe only goes to show that you can enjoy a very delicious dish without having to sacrifice your health. Enjoy the veggies in the form of cabbage and carrots, and make your diet mouthwatering, indulgent, and filled with vegetables!
Serve this dish for lunch or dinner as a side dish for any other recipes you can think of. If you wanna have a quick dinner, don't worry because this dish can also be eaten as it is without any other food on your plate!
For more easy recipes, check Smoked Salmon Pizza and Crispy Fried Chicken Fingers.
Why Does This Recipe Work?
Quick and easy recipe. These savory cabbage pancakes are so simple and easy to make, and they can be ready in just a few minutes. And have I already told you that this recipe only needs a few basic ingredients?
I gotta say that this recipe is perfect for a busy weeknight meal idea or a quick and tasty lunch.
Cabbage is relatively cheaper than other veggies in the market, you'll be surprised how lesser it costs! Hence, I think it's safe to say that this is a budget-friendly recipe, and you can double it without having to spend much!
A versatile recipe that you can easily adjust to your liking. Want more spice, veggies, and texture? Just make a few adjustments and you're good to go!
If you're looking for a recipe that will make your kiddies enjoy some home-cooked veggies at home, these Cabbage Patties are what you're looking for. They are crowd-pleasers, and even kids will have fun eating them.
Ingredients
Cabbage. It has a mildly sweet and earthy flavor that can easily be enhanced by a variety of spices and herbs. It's also very affordable, which works well if you're on a tight budget. You can use white or red cabbage.
Carrots. Carrots are similar to cabbage in a way that they both have mild flavors that can be improved by spices and herbs. When carrots are added to the patty mixture, the result will be mildly sweet and savory. Carrots will also improve the texture of this recipe by adding a subtle crunch to each bite.
Green onion. Green onion have natural onion taste that imparts sweetness to your dish. With green onion, you'll be sure to have a balanced flavor with a savory and toned-down earthy taste.
Eggs. Your patties will break apart the moment you place them in the skillet to fry without using eggs. You see, eggs act as the binding agent so that all ingredients you are gonna use in this recipe stick together.
All purpose flour. Flour also helps in binding the patties together. Plus, flour is responsible for making sure that your patties come out crisp and golden brown!
Garlic. Garlic adds a pungent and savory taste to your dish. Mind you, it also serves as an aromatic since it gives a really appetizing aroma the dish.
Seasonings: Salt, Black Pepper, Paprika, and Coriander. Consider using a combination of seasonings such as salt, black pepper, paprika, and coriander since they can all elevate the flavor of your cabbage patties in several ways. They also give your dish a smokey and earthy flavor.
Vegetable Oil. Fry your patties in vegetable oil. Other cooking oils with a high smoke point will also do. You may use olive oil or avocado oil instead.
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Variations & Substitutions
- For more texture and an additional cheesy flavor, add parmesan cheese to the mixture. It'll be so satisfying to have sticky, cheesy, and crunchy Cabbage Patties at home!
- Coat each patty with breadcrumbs for a more pronounced crunch.
- Mashed sweet potatoes and zucchini will also be a great addition to the mix if you want more veggies for this recipe.
- To make these cabbage cakes gluten-free, use coconut flour or almond flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Add in some fresh herbs.
How To Make Cabbage Patties?
One: In a large bowl, mix shredded cabbage, eggs, carrots, garlic, green onion, flour and all the seasonings until combined.
Two: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium low heat; scoop ¼ cup of the mixture and form a patty shape with your hand then put it in the hot oil and press down on it with a spatula; fry for 2-3 minutes on each side over medium-low heat until golden brown, repeat until you finish all the mixture.
Top Tips!
- Use fresh cabbage. If you want your patties to be more flavorful with better texture. Old or wilted cabbage will only make the whole dish taste bitter.
- Cabbage and carrots alike contain too much water. Drain them both before shredding them so your patties won't be soggy.
- Let your uncooked patties rest in the fridge for 30 minutes or an hour if you aren't in a rush. This will allow the patties to settle into their form before frying.
- Grease your pan well, or use a non-stick pan so the patties won't stick to the bottom of the pan when frying. This will also let you avoid ruined texture and shape.
- Use the food processor or the Mandoline slicer to shred the cabbage and carrot.
Serving Suggestions
Cabbage Patties can be enjoyed in different ways, and you'll have endless choices on how you'll be serving them. For an easier fix, you can simply just serve the patties with tangy salsa, sweet chutney, creamy and thick yogurt sauce or sour cream.
You can also enjoy these patties alongside Healthy Salmon Pasta, Pizza Spaghetti Bake, or Chinese Peanut Butter Chicken! A simple iced tea or soda will already be perfect to wash them down too! Or simply serve it with fresh salad such as Bon Bon Chicken.
Storage
Uncooked patties can be refrigerated for three days and frozen for up to three months. However, if your patties are already fried, it's best to just refrigerate them for up to three days. Freezing an already-cooked patty will only make the texture dry.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can microwave them until they are piping hot. This won't bring back their original crisp, but they'll be just as delicious.
Of course, you can. Replace eggs with flax eggs or chia eggs instead.
Yes, you can bake the patties in the oven at 375°F for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Yes, you can.
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Recipe
Cabbage Patties
Equipment
- Frying pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups cabbage , shredded
- 1 large carrot , grated
- 3 green onion , thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 4 tablespoon all purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon coriander
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix shredded cabbage, eggs, carrots, garlic, green onion, flour and all the seasonings until combined.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium low heat; scoop ¼ cup of the mixture and, put in the hot oil and press down on it with a spatula; fry for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown, repeat until you finish all the mixture.
Notes
- Use fresh cabbage. If you want your patties to be more flavorful with better texture.
- Cabbage and carrots alike contain too much water. Drain them both before shredding them so your patties won't be soggy.
- Let your uncooked patties rest in the fridge for 30 minutes or an hour if you aren't in a rush. This will allow the patties to settle into their form before frying.
- Grease your pan well, or use a non-stick pan so the patties won't stick to the bottom of the pan when frying. This will also let you avoid ruined texture and shape.
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