High-Protein Buffalo-Blue Cheese Cauliflower Fritters are crispy & creamy. They contain cauliflower, eggs, flour, hot sauce, seasonings, blue cheese, and sour cream. These are simple items that we can find easily in stores or in the kitchen pantry. These creamy fritters have dairy items in them, so use vegan substitutes for this purpose. They require only 30 minutes, so they are good to prepare for a quick dinner or lunch. High-Protein Buffalo-Blue Cheese Cauliflower Fritters store nicely in the fridge, so they are not good for long-term storage, as their texture will be ruined. Serve these crispy fritters with sour cream, roasted broccoli, & mixed greens and cucumbers.
STATS:
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Serving size: 2 fritters
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 30 minutes
- Course: Appetizer, Snack
- Diet: High-Protein, Vegetarian
- Serving: 6 servings
EQUIPMENT:
- Cutting board
- Sharp knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Microwave-safe bowl
- Mixing bowl
- Fork or potato masher
- Whisk
- Large skillet
- Spatula
- Paper towels
- Plate
COMPONENTS:
- Four cups cauliflower florets
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- ¼ cup water
- ½ tsp. paprika
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp. hot sauce
- 1 cup blue cheese crumbs
- ¼ tsp. baking powder
- ¼ cup neutral oil
- Sour cream
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CAULIFLOWER:
- Include the fresh cauliflower florets to provide a mild flavor, soft texture, & fiber to these fritters. We have to chop them into small pieces so they cook evenly and mix properly with the other ingredients.
BLUE CHEESE:
- Include the crumbled blue cheese to provide a creamy, tangy flavor that pairs well with the Buffalo hot sauce. We have to divide it properly between the batter and the topping to provide a rich flavor. Utilize plant-based blue cheese as a dairy-free substitute.
HOT SAUCE:
- Include the hot sauce to provide the real Buffalo-style taste. We have to adjust the quantity according to our preferred spice level so the fritters have the right amount of heat.
EGGS:
- Include the lightly beaten eggs to bind the cauliflower & flour together. Eggs help to maintain the shape of the fritters.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, chop the cauliflower, then add it to the vessel along with water.
- Now cover the vessel and microwave for around five to seven minutes till it gets soft.
- Then strain the water and let the cauliflower cool.
- When they get done, mash it lightly with a fork.
- Include the beaten eggs, hot sauce, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, baking powder, and paprika powder in the mixing vessel and mix to combine them.
- Then add the cauliflower and blue cheese crumbs to the mixture and save some cheese for serving.
- Add the oil to a big pan and warm it over a moderate flame.
- Leave the oil to get hot, then add the batter to it.
- Then add small portions of the cauliflower mixture to the pan, then flatten them with the spatula to form the fritters.
- Now fry them for 3-4 minutes on each side till they get crisp & golden.
- Add the cooked fritters to the paper towel-lined plate, then make all the fritters till the batter is finished.
- Put the hot fritters in the serving dish, sprinkle the saved cheese on them, and serve with sour cream.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
DIPS AND SAUCES:
- Sour cream
- Ranch dressing
- Buffalo sauce
SALADS:
- Coleslaw
- Kale salad
- Avocado salad
VEGETABLE SIDES:
- Roasted broccoli
- Grilled zucchini
- Garlic asparagus
PROTEIN SIDES:
- Buffalo chicken bites
- Grilled shrimp
- Hard-boiled eggs
GRAIN SIDES:
- Brown rice
- Quinoa
- Garlic toast
TIPS:
- Properly strain the cauliflower, or else the batter becomes thin, or the fritters will not become crisp in the same way.
- We have to make the small pieces of cauliflower so it spreads equally in the batter.
- Include the hot sauce according to your spice tolerance level.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Leave the cooked fritters to get cool then add them in the container and store for three to four days.
FREEZER:
- Completely cool these fritters then put them in one layer then add then in the bag and freeze for 2 months.
FAQs:
Are these cauliflower fritters enriched in protein?
- Yes, these cauliflower fritters are enriched in protein as they have the blue cheese & eggs in them.
Will we prepare them in an air fryer?
- Yes, we would easily make them in the air fryer at 190° C for 10 to 14 minutes.
Would we make them in advance?
- Yes, we would easily make them in advance and store for the above mention time to make it for meal prep purpose.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 180 kcal
Serving: 6
Net carbs: 11 g
Iron: 1.2 mg
Total carbs: 13 g
Vitamin A: 85 µg
Serving size: 2
Fiber: 2 g
Calcium: 105 mg
Protein: 7 g
Sodium: 390 mg
Potassium: 210 mg
