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Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang)

Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang)

Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang) is a mouthwatering, vegan-friendly dish that marries crispy textures with bold flavors. This delectable recipe features tender cauliflower florets coated in a sticky, spicy gochujang sauce that gives each bite an irresistible kick. Perfect for casual gatherings, family dinners, or meal prep, this dish will surely impress anyone at the table. With easy preparation and versatile serving options, you can enjoy it as an appetizer, side dish, or even a main course over rice or noodles. Elevate your dining experience with this delightful combination of sweet and spicy goodness!

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium heads cauliflower (cut into florets)
  • 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • 6 tbsp soy sauce
  • 5 tbsp Korean chili paste (gochujang)
  • ¼ cup chopped green onion
  • 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Line the air fryer pan with parchment paper.
  3. Cut cauliflower into uniform florets.
  4. Mix dry ingredients for the tempura batter in a bowl, then add cold seltzer water until thick and combined.
  5. Coat each cauliflower floret in the batter and arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  6. Lightly spray with oil and cook for about 17 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Author: Natalia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 17 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 380mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Use cold seltzer water for a light batter. Do not overcrowd the air fryer for optimal crispiness. Adjust gochujang based on your spice preference.