Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang)
Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang) is a mouthwatering dish that perfectly balances crispy textures with a spicy kick. This vegan-friendly recipe transforms humble cauliflower into a delightful culinary experience, ideal for game nights, family dinners, or meal prep. Coated in a sticky gochujang sauce made with garlic and ginger, these air-fried bites are not only packed with flavor but also come together quickly and easily. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer, in tacos, or over rice, this dish is versatile and customizable to suit every palate. Enjoy guilt-free indulgence with a healthier preparation method that retains all the taste without excess oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium heads cauliflower
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 ¾ cups cold seltzer water
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 6 tbsp soy sauce
- ¼ cup light brown sugar
- 3 tbsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 5 tbsp Korean Chili Paste
- ¼ cup chopped green onion
- 1 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds
- 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (or oven to 425°F).
- Line the air fryer pan with parchment paper.
- Cut cauliflower into florets.
- In a mixing bowl, combine dry batter ingredients and stir in cold seltzer until thick.
- Coat each floret in batter and arrange in a single layer on the prepared surface.
- Lightly spray or brush with oil and cook for about 17 minutes (air fryer) or 20-22 minutes (oven), flipping halfway through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg