Crispy Cauliflower Fritters

These Low Carb Cauliflower Fritters are so easy to make, gluten free, sugar free and keto friendly! Move over hash browns, these healthy and delicious, crispy Low Carb Cauliflower Fritters are even better and healthier.

Growing up my mother used to make corn fritters which were always a big hit in my house. Especially growing up in New Jersey which has the absolute best corn ever by far.

We would eat them for breakfast or lunch or really any time of the day, and they would always be crispy and delicious.

Ah, the good old days.... when I used to eat corn...

I thought these Cauliflower Fritters would be a great option for all of my low carb friends, or frankly anyone that doesn't eat corn anymore. Or anyone that wants to mix it up a bit.

They came out crispy and tender with a wonderful texture. Dare I say these are even more fantastic than I remember my beloved corn fritters.

I am normally all about texture with my foods, but since losing my taste and smell I really have to focus even more on it. It's basically all I have when I eat so it's really important to me.

What I also about these fritters is that they make a wonderful alternate to bread for sandwiches if you are cutting out carbs. Now don't get me wrong and please don't write me telling me these are nothing like bread, I am simply saying they can be made into sandwiches and such.

I am not saying in any way that these taste like regular bread, I am just offering an alternative. I always like to keep it real here and I always try to be honest.

You can also make these even bigger if you would like to use them as more of a flatbread substitute or a tortilla wrap. I would just flatten them out a bit so they have more of a flatbread thickness.

The possibilities are endless and if you are trying to cut back on carbs or already follow a low carb diet then you know sometimes you just have to get creative.

If you love cauliflower you might also like these Baked Cauliflower Tots, Mushroom Cauliflower Rice Risotto, Creamy Cauliflower Soup and this Greek Cauliflower Rice Salad.

Why You Should Make These Cauliflower Fritters

These cauliflower fritters are so customizable to suit your taste.

If you want to mix things up, you can also use broccoli instead of cauliflower in these fritters. To me, broccoli and cauliflower basically taste very similar and look identical (minus the color).

These fritters also make a wonderful substitution for classic hash browns. Personally I have never loved potatoes with the exception of French fries of course, but maybe try these the next time you go to make hash browns with your eggs?

It's a great way to cut back on carbs and add some veggies. And when I eat them with my scrambled eggs I will always have a side of bacon.

I can never pass up bacon. And why should I?

Recipe Ingredients

These delicious cauliflower fritters only require just a few simple ingredients you mist likely already have in your house.  That's the way I like my recipes, easy to make, nutritious and crazy delicious.

Who has time to make crazy recipes with so many different steps? Not me.

• Cauliflower - Well obviously cauliflower is the most important ingredient here. Cauliflower is so versatile and with its mild flavor it can be used in so man recipes!
• Eggs - I use farm raised, organic eggs in these fritters.
• Mozzarella cheese - I always use full fat in all of my dairy products for the next flavor and texture. Added bonus that fat helps keep you full too.
• Paprika - This adds a light, slightly sweet and peppery flavor.
• Almond flour - I use the super fine almond flour in all of my recipes because it lends the lightest, ideal texture, especially in gluten free recipes.

How To Make These Cauliflower Fritters

Chop the cauliflower into florets. Then cook them into boiling water or in a steamer until fork-tender.

Place cauliflower inside of a clean tea towel and squeeze it as much water out as possible. 

Place the cauliflower in a bowl and use a potato masher to mash the bigger pieces of cauliflower that could remain.

Beat the eggs in a medium bowl. Add smoked paprika, salt and ground pepper and stir to combine.

Add ¼ cup of almond flour and stir. The result should be a soft dough that doesn’t lose its shape.

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Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese. Stir very well to combine.

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Drizzle the skillet with a bit of olive oil. Cook the fritters on both sides over medium heat.

I topped mine with avocado and sliced tomatoes, but you can add whatever you'd like. Or even dip them in your favorite dressing.

My kids love to dip these in Ranch dressing and I have to say, it is really, really delicious.

I don't think these pictures even do these justice and show just how crispy these came out. I mean, who wants soggy fritters anyway?

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