Air Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower Vegan
Experience the ultimate in flavor with Air Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower Vegan! This delectable dish features crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a mouthwatering sweet and tangy sauce inspired by Korean cuisine. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or main course, it delivers a delightful crunch on the outside while remaining tender on the inside. With easy preparation steps and versatile serving options, this plant-based recipe is sure to impress at any gathering. Enjoy it over rice or quinoa, or serve it alongside colorful veggies for a nutritious meal that doesn’t compromise on taste!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium heads cauliflower (about 650g)
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend or brown rice flour
- 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 low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp minced garlic (2–3 cloves)
- 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Prepare cauliflower by cutting into bite-sized florets and rinsing them thoroughly. Pat dry to ensure crispiness.
- In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients: flour blend, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt. In another bowl, whisk the seltzer water and apple cider vinegar together; gradually add to the dry mixture until smooth.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Toss cauliflower florets in the batter until evenly coated.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with oil and arrange the battered florets in a single layer. Air fry for about 15–20 minutes, shaking every few minutes until golden brown and tender.
- While cooking, prepare the sauce by sautéing ginger and garlic in toasted sesame oil. Add soy sauce, maple syrup, and sugar; bring to a simmer. Thicken with cornstarch slurry before removing from heat.
- Combine crispy cauliflower with warm sauce in a large bowl; toss gently to coat before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 440mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg