Cabbage patties fried in mustard oil – healthy, crispy and flavorful

Cabbage is rightfully considered one of the most versatile vegetables. It can be fermented, pickled, stewed, sautéed, or used in salads, stuffed rolls, and many other dishes. If you’re tired of the same old veggie options, you’ll love these light, zesty, and incredibly tasty cabbage patties. Not only are they low in calories, but they’re also packed with nutrients – especially when fried in mustard oil.

Frying these vegetable patties in mustard oil adds a spicy aroma and enhances their nutritional value. Mustard seed oil is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, as well as vitamins A, K, E, and B, and essential minerals like phosphorus, iron, and zinc. It also contains natural antioxidants – phytosterols, phytoncides, sinigrin, and isothiocyanates – known for their anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties.

With its high smoke point, mustard oil is ideal for frying, making these cabbage cutlets wonderfully crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.

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Ingredients

For prepare 2 serves you need:

• 300 g fresh white cabbage;
• 1 small onion;
• 3 large chicken eggs;
• 3 tbsp all-purpose flour;
• 1 tsp salt;
• 2 tbsp mustard oil for frying;

How to make crispy cabbage patties

Peel and finely dice the onion. Rinse and finely chop the cabbage (you can also pulse it in a blender on low speed for 1 minute).

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs with salt. Gradually add flour while whisking constantly until the batter is smooth and lump-free.

Stir in the chopped vegetables. Let the mixture rest for about 15 minutes.

Heat mustard oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, spoon the cabbage mixture onto the pan using a tablespoon or small ladle. Fry like pancakes – about 4–5 minutes on each side – until golden brown and crispy.

Tips for extra flavor:

Spice it up with black pepper, turmeric, or a pinch of khmeli-suneli. For extra softness, mix in one small grated zucchini. These patties can also be fried in sunflower oil or corn oil, but mustard oil gives them a unique taste and health boost.

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