Crispy Cabbage and Egg Fritters: A Delicious Low-Carb Dinner Solution

Ingredients

Base Mixture:

• 300g (10.5 oz) cabbage, finely shredded
• 4 large eggs
• ½ cup (120ml) milk
• ½ cup (45g) oatmeal
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 1 medium carrot, grated
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Vegetables & Seasonings:

• 1 bell pepper, finely diced
• 1 tomato, diced
• 2-3 spring onions, chopped
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For Cooking:

• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2-3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Cheese for topping (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Cabbage

• Finely shred the cabbage
• Heat butter in a pan and sauté cabbage until slightly softened (5-7 minutes)
• Set aside to cool slightly

1. Make the Batter

• Beat eggs in a large bowl
• Add milk and whisk together
• Stir in oatmeal
• Season with salt and pepper

1. Combine Ingredients

• Mix in cooled cabbage
• Add diced onion, grated carrot, minced garlic
• Stir in bell pepper, tomato, spring onions
• Add parsley and oregano
• Mix until well combined

1. Cook the Fritters

• Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat
• Drop ¼ cup portions of mixture into hot oil
• Flatten slightly with spatula
• Cook 3-4 minutes each side until golden brown
• Add cheese on top if desired during last minute of cooking

Timing Information

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
• Total Time: 35-40 minutes
• Servings: 8-10 fritters

Nutritional Information (per fritter)

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 6g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Fiber: 2g
• Fat: 7g
• Calcium: 80mg
• Iron: 1mg

Pro Tips and Tricks

1. Perfect Texture:

• Squeeze excess moisture from cabbage after shredding
• Let batter rest for 5 minutes before cooking
• Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying

1. Flavor Enhancement:

• Season each layer of ingredients
• Allow cabbage to slightly caramelize when pre-cooking
• Add cheese while fritters are still hot

Variations and Substitutions

1. Make it Gluten-Free:

• Replace oatmeal with almond flour
• Use gluten-free certified oats

1. Vegetable Options:

• Swap bell pepper for grated zucchini
• Add mushrooms for meaty texture
• Include spinach for extra nutrients

1. Dairy Alternatives:

• Use plant-based milk
• Skip cheese or use dairy-free alternatives