Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites
These crispy air fryer cauliflower bites are tasty, nutritious, and versatile, perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
- 1 cup breadcrumbs panko works best for extra crunch
- Cooking spray or olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower, then cut the head into bite-sized florets.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) until you create a smooth batter.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Roll the battered florets in breadcrumbs until they’re well coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes and lightly spray or brush the basket with cooking spray or olive oil.
Cooking
- Place the coated cauliflower bites in a single layer in the basket, ensuring they do not touch to allow for proper air circulation.
- Cook the cauliflower bites in the air fryer for 10 minutes, then shake the basket or flip the bites to ensure even cooking.
- Continue cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes or until they reach your desired level of crispiness.
- Remove the crispy cauliflower bites from the air fryer and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
- Serve immediately while they are hot and crispy!
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Notes
To achieve the ultimate crispy texture, ensure your cauliflower florets are dry before dipping them in the batter. Don't overcrowd the air fryer for optimal air circulation.