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Small fried cauliflower fritter, crispy outside, soft inside, classic appetizer
In season: Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Small cauliflower fritter (35 g) has 61 calories. That works out to 175 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.9 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 3.3 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 13.3 mg of Vitamin C covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 35 g
61
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
5.9g
· 2% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
3.3g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 10% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 61 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 109 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 61 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 158 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 175 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 105 g | 184 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 210 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 175 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 350 kcal |
Calculated from 175 calories per 100 g.
A small cauliflower fritter is usually made with cauliflower pieces coated in a batter of egg, flour, and seasonings, then fried until golden. Recipes vary: some use chopped cauliflower mixed into the batter, while others coat individual florets.
To make a small cauliflower fritter crispy, dry the cauliflower thoroughly and fry it in sufficiently hot oil. Cook in batches rather than crowding the pan, since overcrowding cools the oil and can leave the coating soft and greasy.
No, you do not have to boil cauliflower before making a small cauliflower fritter. Small raw pieces can cook in the batter as they fry; briefly blanch them first if you prefer a softer centre, then drain and dry them well.
A small cauliflower fritter often falls apart when the batter is too thin, the cauliflower is wet, or the pieces are turned before the coating sets. Drain the cauliflower, thicken the batter with a little flour, and let each side firm up before flipping.
Yes, you can bake a small cauliflower fritter or cook it in an air fryer. Arrange the battered pieces with space between them, lightly oil the surfaces, and turn them partway through so they brown evenly. The texture will differ from deep-fried fritters.
A small cauliflower fritter goes well with garlicky yogurt, a lemony dip, or a fresh salad. Serve it as a snack or starter, or pair it with a grain or other vegetables to make it part of a larger meal.
Yes, you can freeze cooked small cauliflower fritters, although the coating may lose some crispness after thawing. Freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container; reheat from frozen in an oven or air fryer.
Reheat a small cauliflower fritter in an oven or air fryer to help restore its crisp coating. Place the pieces in a single layer and heat until warmed through; a microwave is quicker but tends to soften the outside.
A small cauliflower fritter generally keeps for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it once it has cooled, rather than leaving it out for an extended time, and reheat it thoroughly before serving.
Yes, frozen cauliflower can be used for a small cauliflower fritter, but thaw it completely and drain away the released water first. Pat the pieces dry before adding batter so excess moisture does not thin the coating or interfere with browning.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
13.3mg · 15% DV
Vitamin K
16.8µg · 14% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
Folate
18.2µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
109mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
22mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
81mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 61 calories in 1 piece (small) (35 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A small cauliflower fritter is made by coating a cauliflower floret in a light batter and frying it until crisp. The centre stays tender, while the browned coating gives each bite a satisfying crunch. It is a familiar home-cooked appetiser in Turkey, served warm as a side dish or alongside other small plates; a yoghurt dip or a squeeze of lemon makes a good accompaniment. It gets some fibre from the cauliflower, while the batter and frying contribute most of its carbohydrates and fat. At 175 calories per 100 g, it is best thought of as a hearty snack or side rather than a vegetable portion on its own. For a lighter version, bake the coated florets with just a little oil.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.09g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 37:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (37:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.