Baked Cabbage Fritters
These Baked Cabbage Fritters are golden and crispy around the edges, tender in the center, and packed with shredded cabbage, carrots, onion, and simple seasonings. Instead of frying them in lots of oil, these vegetable fritters bake in the oven for an easy and satisfying dish.
They’re perfect as a quick side dish, appetizer, snack, or light lunch. Serve them warm with Greek yogurt sauce, sour cream, garlic dip, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Why You’ll Love These Baked Cabbage Fritters
These easy cabbage fritters are a great way to turn simple vegetables into something flavorful and satisfying.
They’re oven-baked, require inexpensive everyday ingredients, and don’t require standing over a skillet cooking multiple batches. Finely shredded cabbage gives the fritters a tender interior, while carrots add color and subtle sweetness.
Keeping the patties relatively thin helps create delicious golden edges while allowing the vegetables to cook evenly.
Ingredients
For the Cabbage Fritters
- 5 cups finely shredded green cabbage
- 1 large carrot, grated
- ½ medium yellow onion, finely chopped or grated
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Cooking spray or additional oil for baking
Optional Yogurt Dipping Sauce
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill or parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
How to Make Baked Cabbage Fritters
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat it with cooking spray or brush it with a small amount of olive oil.
2. Prepare the Vegetables
Place the finely shredded cabbage in a large mixing bowl.
Add the grated carrot, onion, and sliced green onions.
If the cabbage and carrots seem particularly wet, gently squeeze out some excess moisture using clean hands or a kitchen towel.
Removing excess liquid helps the fritters hold together and become more golden in the oven.
3. Make the Fritter Mixture
Add the eggs, flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, parsley, and olive oil.
Mix thoroughly until the vegetables are evenly coated.
Let the mixture rest for about 5 minutes.
If it seems extremely wet and won’t hold together when pressed, add another tablespoon of flour.
4. Shape the Fritters
Scoop approximately ¼ cup of the cabbage mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
Press it gently into a round patty about ½ inch thick.
Repeat with the remaining mixture.
Leave some space between each fritter so hot air can circulate around them.
5. Bake
Bake for approximately 12 minutes.
Carefully flip each fritter with a thin spatula.
Return them to the oven and bake for another 10–12 minutes, or until both sides are golden and the edges are lightly crispy.
6. Prepare the Dipping Sauce
While the fritters bake, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, salt, and black pepper.
Keep refrigerated until serving.
7. Serve
Allow the baked cabbage fritters to rest for about 3 minutes after removing them from the oven.
Garnish with fresh parsley or sliced green onions and serve warm with the dipping sauce.
How to Make Cabbage Fritters Crispy
Cabbage contains a lot of natural moisture, so a few simple techniques can improve the texture.
Shred the cabbage finely. Smaller pieces cook faster and bind together more easily.
Remove excess moisture. Wet vegetables can make the fritters soft instead of golden.
Don’t make them too thick. Thin patties allow moisture to escape while baking.
Leave space between the fritters. Overcrowding can cause them to steam.
Flip them halfway through. This helps both sides develop a golden surface.
Serve them warm. The edges are crispiest soon after baking.
Recipe Variations
Cheesy Cabbage Fritters
Add ½ cup shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or freshly grated Parmesan to the mixture.
Spicy Cabbage Fritters
Add cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, or finely diced jalapeño.
Garlic Herb Fritters
Add fresh minced garlic along with chopped dill, parsley, or chives.
Cabbage and Zucchini Fritters
Replace about 1 cup of cabbage with grated zucchini. Squeeze the zucchini thoroughly before adding it because it contains a lot of water.
Gluten-Free Cabbage Fritters
Replace the all-purpose flour with a suitable 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
What to Serve With Baked Cabbage Fritters
These fritters work well with many dipping sauces and main dishes.
Try serving them with:
- Greek yogurt dip
- Sour cream
- Garlic sauce
- Sweet chili sauce
- Cucumber salad
- Green salad
- Grilled chicken
- Baked salmon
- Soup
For a simple vegetarian lunch, serve several fritters with a fresh salad and creamy herb dip.
How to Store Leftovers
Allow leftover fritters to cool completely.
Transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3–4 days.
If you’re stacking them, place parchment paper between the layers.
How to Reheat Cabbage Fritters
For the best texture, place the fritters in a 375°F (190°C) oven and heat until warmed through and lightly crisp again.
An air fryer is another good option.
You can also use a microwave, although the fritters will become softer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Are My Cabbage Fritters Falling Apart?
The mixture may contain too much moisture or not enough binder. Make sure the cabbage isn’t excessively wet and add a little additional flour if necessary.
Do I Need to Cook the Cabbage First?
No. Finely shredded raw cabbage becomes tender while the fritters bake.
Can I Fry These Instead?
Yes. Cook the patties in a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat until golden and cooked through on both sides.
Can I Use Red Cabbage?
Yes. Red cabbage can replace green cabbage, although it will change the color and slightly alter the texture.
Can I Make Them Without Carrots?
Yes. Simply replace the carrots with additional shredded cabbage.
Can I Prepare Them Ahead?
You can shred the cabbage, carrot, and onion ahead of time and refrigerate them.
For the best texture, combine the vegetables with the salt and remaining batter ingredients shortly before baking.
Are Baked Cabbage Fritters Vegetarian?
Yes. This version contains vegetables and eggs but no meat or fish.