Description
Elevate your appetizer game with this Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower, a vibrant dish that combines the crunchy texture of cauliflower with the rich, spicy essence of gochujang. Perfectly air-fried to achieve a satisfying crispiness, this versatile recipe is not only delicious but also fits into vegan and gluten-free dietary preferences. Serve it as an appetizer, a salad topper, or as a main course for a delightful culinary experience that’s bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (about 400g), cut into bite-sized florets
- 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- In a mixing bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, lime juice, and cornstarch to create the marinade.
- Toss the cauliflower florets in the marinade until evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place marinated cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer basket; avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy, shaking halfway through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (100g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg