Name: Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 17 min
Total time: 32 min
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 2 medium heads cauliflower; 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend; 1 ¾ cups cold seltzer water; ½ cup maple syrup; 6 tbsp soy sauce; 5 tbsp Korean chili paste; 3 tbsp minced garlic; 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger; 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar; 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil; ¼ cup light brown sugar; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp garlic powder; ¼ tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tbsp baking powder; Toasted sesame oil (or vegetable oil) for spraying; ¼ cup chopped green onion; 1 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds; 1 lime

Description

Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang) is a mouthwatering dish that combines the perfect balance of crispy texture and spicy flavor. This vegan-friendly recipe features cauliflower florets coated in a light tempura batter and tossed in a delectable gochujang sauce, making it an ideal option for appetizers, main courses, or healthy snacks. Whether served on its own or alongside a bed of rice or salad, each bite bursts with a sweet and savory kick. With the convenience of air frying, you can enjoy this flavorful dish without the excess oil, making it a guilt-free culinary delight.

Ingredients

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2 medium heads cauliflower
1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend
1 ¾ cups cold seltzer water
½ cup maple syrup
6 tbsp soy sauce
5 tbsp Korean chili paste
3 tbsp minced garlic
2 tbsp minced fresh ginger
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
¼ cup light brown sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp garlic powder
¼ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp baking powder
Toasted sesame oil (or vegetable oil) for spraying
¼ cup chopped green onion
1 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds
1 lime

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Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (or oven to 425°F). Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper.
Cut cauliflower into small florets. In a bowl, combine gluten-free flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Stir in cold seltzer water until smooth.
Coat each floret in batter and arrange in a single layer in the air fryer. Spray lightly with oil.
Air fry for 17 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
Toss cooked cauliflower with gochujang sauce made from maple syrup, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, and chili paste.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 17 minutes
Category: Appetizer/Main
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 185
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 410mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg