Indian Cauliflower Fritters With Cucumber Raita

Name: Indian Cauliflower Fritters With Cucumber Raita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 head cauliflower, cut into small florets; 1 cup frozen peas; 1 None red onion, chopped; 1 None small chili, seeded, chopped; 3/4 cup all purpose flour; 3/4 tsp garam masala; 1/4 tsp ground turmeric; 2 None medium eggs, separated; 1/4 cup water; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; None None lime wedges, to serve; None None Raita; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 None small cucumber, seeds removed, grated; 1 clove garlic, crushed

Servings: persons

1/2 head cauliflower, cut into small florets
1 cup frozen peas
1 None red onion, chopped
1 None small chili, seeded, chopped
3/4 cup all purpose flour
3/4 tsp garam masala
1/4 tsp ground turmeric
2 None medium eggs, separated
1/4 cup water
2 tbsp vegetable oil
None None lime wedges, to serve
None None Raita
1 cup plain yogurt
1 None small cucumber, seeds removed, grated
1 clove garlic, crushed

1
Bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add cauliflower and boil for 3 mins. Add peas and cook for another 1-2 mins. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. Mix in onion and chili. Allow to cool.
2
Sift flour, garam masala and turmeric together. Add to cauliflower with beaten egg yolks and water. Mix to a stiff batter and season to taste.
3
In a clean bowl, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form. Lightly fold through cauliflower mixture.
4
Heat oil in a large frying pan on medium. Cook heaped tablespoonfuls of mixture in 3 batches, for 2-3 mins each side, or until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
5
Meanwhile, for raita, in a small bowl combine yogurt with cucumber and garlic. Season to taste. Serve warm fritters with raita and lime wedges.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 head cauliflower, cut into small florets, 1 cup frozen peas, 1 None red onion, chopped, 1 None small chili, seeded, chopped, and more.

Yes, Indian Cauliflower Fritters With Cucumber Raita falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!