Kounoupidokeftedes, Greek Cauliflower Fritters
These Greek cauliflower fritters are flavored with herbs, garlic, and a touch of cheese—so good even cauliflower skeptics will ask for seconds.
Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower cut into florets
- 1 small onion grated (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3-4 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1-2 tbsp fresh dill or oregano (or a mix, to taste), chopped
- 2-3 slices bread cubed
- 50 ml milk (to moisten the batter)
- 1-2 eggs (or more, for extra binding)
- 3-4 tbsp grated Parmesan or hard cheese
- 2-3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2-3 tbsp breadcrumbs (to help bind, if needed)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Olive oil (or vegetable oil) for frying
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Cook the cauliflower:
- Steam or boil the cauliflower florets until they're tender but still holding their shape, about 8–10 minutes.
- Drain well and let cool slightly.
Prepare the base:
- While the cauliflower cools, grate the onion (if using), mince the garlic, and chop the herbs. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add to the herb mixture the breadcrumbs, the flour, the egg, and the cubed bread to the bowl with a splash of milk. Let it all soak for a few minutes. This helps give the fritters a delicate, fluffy texture.
Mash and mix:
- Mash most of the cauliflower lightly with a fork, but set aside a few small florets to keep whole.
- Add everything to the bowl with the herbs, onion, garlic, soaked bread, cheese, and egg.
Adjust the batter:
- Add the Parmesan cheese, stirring until you get a thick but slightly sticky mixture that holds together.
- Season with salt and pepper.
Shape and fry the fritters:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet. Using a spoon, drop portions of the batter directly into the hot oil and flatten them slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Cook each fritter for about 3–4 minutes per side, until crispy and golden brown on the outside and tender inside.
- Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve:
- Enjoy your fritters hot with a squeeze of lemon juice, or pair them with Greek yogurt or my cheese dipping sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal
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