Description
Experience a burst of flavor with Air Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower Vegan, a delightful dish that showcases crispy cauliflower florets coated in a rich, sweet, and tangy Korean-inspired sauce. This recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you need an impressive appetizer, a delicious side dish, or a satisfying main course. The air fryer ensures a fantastic crunch without the extra oil, while the unique sauce elevates the taste to new heights. Simple to prepare with accessible ingredients, this vegan dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium heads cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 ¾ cups seltzer water, extra cold
- ½ cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 6 tbsp soy sauce
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 3 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare cauliflower florets by rinsing and drying thoroughly.
- In one bowl, combine dry batter ingredients: flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, mix cold seltzer water and apple cider vinegar.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until smooth.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Coat cauliflower florets in batter and place in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 15–20 minutes, shaking occasionally until golden brown.
- While cooking, prepare the Korean-inspired sauce by sautéing garlic and ginger in sesame oil, then adding soy sauce and sweeteners before thickening with cornstarch slurry.
- Toss air-fried cauliflower in the warm sauce and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup / 150g
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg