These easy cabbage pancakes are crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, and packed with shredded cabbage and simple ingredients. They’re quick, budget-friendly, and can be cooked in a skillet or air fryer for an easy lunch, snack, or light dinner.

P.S. I think you will love this with my Miso Mayonnaise recipe.

I love a recipe that lets you dump ingredients into a bowl and magically create something delicious… 😋 👊🏽

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• 💰 WHY IS THIS BUDGET-FRIENDLY
• 🥄 Ingredients for Cabbage Pancakes
• 👩🏼‍🍳 HOW TO MAKE CABBAGE PANCAKES
• 😋 WHAT TO SERVE WITH CABBAGE PANCAKES
• ❓FAQS

💰 WHY IS THIS BUDGET-FRIENDLY

• Cabbage is one of my favorite budget-friendly ingredients because a little goes a long way.

• Just two eggs bind the whole thing together. 💫

• These cabbage pancakes turn simple, inexpensive ingredients into a filling meal.

🥄 Ingredients for Cabbage Pancakes

• 2 cups white cabbage, finely shredded
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 3-4 tablespoons oil for frying
• Optional add-ins: sesame seeds, cheese, spring onion, or a drizzle of tonkatsu sauce

👩🏼‍🍳 HOW TO MAKE CABBAGE PANCAKES

Note: Please scroll to the full printable recipe card at the bottom for ingredient quantities and the method

1. Prep your veg

Finely shred the cabbage. The finer you shred it, the more evenly it cooks and the crispier your cabbage pancakes will be. If your cabbage has a lot of moisture, gently squeeze out the excess with your hands before adding it to the batter.

2. Make your batter

Whisk together the eggs, mayonnaise, baking powder, salt, and pepper. Add the flour and mix until you have a smooth batter. Fold in the shredded cabbage until it is evenly coated — the mixture should be thick and packed with cabbage. If the batter seems too wet, add a little more flour.

3. Fry the pancakes

Add the batter
Scoop the mixture into the pan, making the pancakes as large or small as you like. Gently flatten each one with a spatula so it cooks evenly.

Cook until golden
Cook for 3–4 minutes on the first side, until the edges are set and the bottom is golden brown and crispy. Don’t rush this step — letting the first side cook properly makes the pancakes easier to flip.

Flip carefully
Use a spatula to carefully flip each pancake. Cook for another 2–3 minutes on the second side until golden and cooked through.

4. Air Fryer Instructions

4. Air Fryer Instructions

You can also make these cabbage pancakes in the air fryer for an easy alternative to pan-frying.

Preheat the air fryer to 180°C (350°F).

Scoop the cabbage mixture into small pancake shapes and gently flatten them. Lightly brush or spray both sides with oil — this helps the cabbage pancakes become golden and crispy.

Air fry for 8–10 minutes, then carefully flip. Cook for another 5–7 minutes, or until the pancakes are golden brown and crispy on the outside.

Tip: Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Leave a little space between each pancake so the hot air can circulate and crisp the edges.

😋 WHAT TO SERVE WITH CABBAGE PANCAKES

• Serve with creamy scrambled eggs for an easy breakfast or lunch.
• Add kimchi for a Korean-inspired meal.
• Drizzle with sriracha mayo or your homemade miso mayonnaise.
• Serve alongside a noodle bowl for an easy dinner. 👇

❓FAQS

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