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Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang)

A spicy and crispy air-fried cauliflower dish coated in a flavorful gochujang sauce, perfect as a snack or side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cauliflower
  • 1 head cauliflower cut into florets
Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water adjust for consistency
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Gochujang Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds for topping
  • 2 stalks green onions sliced

Method
 

Prepare the Cauliflower
  1. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Gradually add water until a smooth batter forms.
Coat the Cauliflower
  1. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated.
Air Fry the Cauliflower
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the coated cauliflower in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  2. Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Make the Gochujang Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, maple syrup, and rice vinegar until smooth.
Combine and Serve
  1. Once the cauliflower is cooked, transfer it to a large bowl and drizzle with the gochujang sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
  2. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 5gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture. Adjust the spice level by adding more or less gochujang.

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