Description
Sesame Cauliflower embraces crispy, golden perfection straight from the air fryer, delivering Asian-inspired comfort with minimal effort. Delicate florets coated in tangy sauce promise a flavor explosion that brings restaurant-quality excitement directly to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
Seasoning and Coating Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Garnish Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (for sauce)
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the air fryer to 380°F, preparing a spacious mixing vessel for the cauliflower florets and olive oil.
- Create a dry seasoning blend by whisking cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a separate container.
- Thoroughly coat the cauliflower with the seasoned cornstarch mixture, ensuring each floret is evenly covered.
- Carefully distribute the seasoned cauliflower across the air fryer basket, maintaining a single layer for optimal crispiness.
- Slide the basket into the air fryer and cook for 20-25 minutes, pausing midway to agitate the florets for uniform browning.
- While the cauliflower crisps, prepare the glaze by combining soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and minced garlic in a simmering saucepan.
- Create a cornstarch slurry by mixing water and cornstarch, then incorporate into the sauce to achieve a glossy, thickened consistency.
- Once cauliflower achieves a golden-brown exterior, transfer to a serving dish and generously drizzle with the prepared sauce.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions for a vibrant finishing touch.
- Serve immediately to preserve the cauliflower’s crisp texture and enjoy the harmonious blend of flavors.
Notes
- Check cauliflower size for even cooking, cutting larger florets into smaller, uniform pieces ensures crispy texture throughout.
- Shake basket midway prevents sticking and promotes golden-brown crispiness on all sides of the cauliflower.
- Use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce for a celiac-friendly version, maintaining the rich umami flavor profile.
- Pat cauliflower completely dry before coating with cornstarch mixture to maximize crunchiness and help seasoning adhere better.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg