Servings: 4–6
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 15–20 minutes
Total: about 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 medium green cabbage, finely shredded — about 5–6 cups
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup shredded cheese, optional
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- 2–3 tbsp cooking oil, for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the cabbage: Finely shred the cabbage. Sprinkle with a little salt and let it sit for 5–10 minutes.
- Squeeze the cabbage firmly to remove excess water. This helps the patties hold together.
- Make the mixture: In a large bowl, combine cabbage, eggs, flour, garlic, herbs, pepper, paprika and oregano. Add cheese if using.
- Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly coated and the mixture holds together when pressed.
- Shape: Divide into 8–10 portions and form thick oval or round patties.
- Pan-fry: Heat a thin layer of oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the pan without overcrowding.
- Cook for 3–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate and serve hot.
Easy Dip
Mix:
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 small minced garlic clove
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
Nutrition — approximate
Per serving, assuming 6 servings and no cheese:
- Calories: ~180–220 kcal
- Protein: ~7–9 g
- Carbohydrates: ~20–25 g
- Fat: ~8–11 g
- Fiber: ~4–5 g
Values vary depending on the cabbage size, flour and amount of oil used.
Allergen / dietary information
- Contains: eggs, wheat/gluten
- Dairy: only if cheese or yogurt dip is used
- Nuts: none in the basic recipe
- Peanuts: none
- Vegetarian: yes
- Vegan: no, because of the eggs
- Gluten-free: use gluten-free flour instead of regular flour
Tip: For extra-crispy patties, squeeze the cabbage very well and don’t make the patties too thick.
Q: Does this recipe contain meat?
A: No. It is made with cabbage, eggs, and other simple ingredients.
Q: Are eggs necessary?
A: Yes, eggs help bind the mixture together.
Q: Can I make it without cheese?
A: Yes. Cheese is completely optional.
Q: Can I bake these instead of frying?
A: Yes. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Q: Can I make them in an air fryer?
A: Yes. Air fry at 190°C (375°F) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.
Q: Can I make them gluten-free?
A: Yes. Replace regular flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
Q: Can I prepare them ahead of time?
A: Yes. The mixture can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
Q: Is this recipe vegetarian?
A: Yes, it is vegetarian.
Q: Does it contain nuts?
A: No. The basic recipe contains no nuts or peanuts.
Q: What should I serve with them?
A: They’re delicious with garlic yogurt dip, sour cream, ranch dressing, or a fresh salad.
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