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🥬 Quick Cabbage Patties (Fritters)

Ingredients (Makes 8–10 patties)

• 3 cups cabbage, finely shredded
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup flour (all-purpose) or ½ cup chickpea flour (gluten-free option)
• ½–1 tsp salt (to taste)
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Optional seasonings:
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp paprika
  • Fresh herbs (dill, parsley, or cilantro)
• Oil for frying

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Instructions

1. Prep the vegetables

• Finely shred the cabbage.
• Add the chopped onion.
• Place both in a bowl and sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
• Gently squeeze the mixture for 20–30 seconds to soften the cabbage slightly (optional but helps bind better).

2. Make the batter

• Add the 2 eggs to the cabbage mixture and mix well.
• Add the flour (all-purpose or chickpea) and stir until evenly coated.
• Add salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings.
  The mixture should be thick and hold together; if too wet, add 1–2 tbsp more flour.

3. Fry

• Heat 2–3 tbsp oil in a skillet over medium heat.
• Scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture per patty and place into the pan.
• Flatten gently with a spatula.
• Cook 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp.

4. Drain & serve

• Remove patties and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
• Serve warm with:
  • Sour cream or yogurt
  • Garlic sauce
  • Ketchup
  • Sweet chili sauce

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⭐ Tips

• For crisper patties, fry in a slightly hotter pan and avoid overcrowding.
• For healthier fritters, you can pan-fry with minimal oil or bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
• Chickpea flour gives a slightly nutty flavor and helps them stay gluten-free.

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