Description
Air-fried Korean chili cauliflower is a vibrant, crispy appetizer that marries the bold flavors of Korean cuisine with a healthy twist. Each floret is coated in a sweet and spicy gochujang sauce, then air-fried to golden perfection. This dish makes for an impressive snack at gatherings or a delicious side for any meal. Quick to prepare and sure to please, it’s the perfect way to elevate your vegetable game while satisfying your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- Olive oil spray
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic powder, and rice vinegar until smooth.
- Toss cauliflower florets in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Arrange florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket; spray lightly with olive oil.
- Cook for 15-18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Serve garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg