Cheesy Cauliflower Fritters

Are you looking for a delicious and nutritious recipe that your whole family will love? Look no further! These Cheesy Cauliflower Fritters are not only a flavourful delight but also a healthy choice for your loved ones. Packed with cauliflower, wholemeal spelt flour, eggs, parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs, these fritters are a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food.

Cheesy Cauliflower Fritters

DIETARY: VEG, NF
ALLERGENS: Wheat, Dairy, Egg
AGE GROUP: 8 months+
DIFFICULTY LEVEL: Beginner

MAKES: 10-12 fritters
PREP: 15 mins
COOK: 10 mins

INGREDIENTS:
1 small head of cauliflower (400g), rinsed and broken into florets 

1 egg 

½ cup (60g) wholemeal spelt flour 

¼ cup (30g) rice breadcrumbs 

½ cup (50g) parmesan cheese, finely grated 

1 garlic clove (10g), peeled and crushed 

1 tbsp (10g) fresh parsley, rinsed and finely chopped 

Pinch of sea salt and pepper 

Extra virgin olive oil, for frying 

METHOD:

1. Steam the cauliflower florets until tender for approx. 5-10 mins. Drain and rinse under cold water. Allow to cool for a few mins. 

2. Place steamed cauliflower into a large bowl and crush with a potato masher. 

3. Add rest of the ingredients and stir to combine. Shape into 10-12 fritters. 

4. Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. 

5. Cook fritters for 3-4 mins on each side or until golden and crispy. 

6. Serve with homemade tzatziki or yoghurt. 

MANDY’S SERVING SUGGESTION: 
Serve cheesy cauliflower fritters with a dip and a salad or steamed vegetables on the side. 
 
STORING LEFTOVERS: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 4 months. 
 
 
TIPS:  

• Prep tips: 
  Alternatively, you can bake the fritters in the oven for about 30 mins, or air-fry for 15 mins. 

• Allergies: 

  For a dairy-free version: Swap parmesan with nutritional yeast. 

  For a gluten-free version: Swap wholemeal spelt flour with arrowroot or a gluten-free flour blend. 

  For an egg-free version: Swap egg for a store-bought egg replacer or use a flax egg (1 egg = 1 tbsp flaxseed meal + 3 tbsp water) or chia egg (1 egg = 1 tbsp chia seed meal + 3 tbsp water). 

• Easy ingredient swaps: 
  Swap wholemeal spelt flour for wholemeal flour. 

• Additional boosters: 
  Boost with 1 tbsp of chia seeds. 

• Baby-friendly version: 

  Serve mashed or in finger food-sized pieces. 

• For fussy eaters: 
  Make sure the texture of the fritters is smooth.

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