Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang)
Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang) is a mouthwatering dish that delivers a delightful crunch and a burst of spicy flavor with every bite. This vegan-friendly recipe is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering, looking for a satisfying side dish, or craving a tasty snack. The cauliflower florets are coated in a sticky, spicy gochujang sauce, making them utterly irresistible. With minimal preparation and simple ingredients, you can enjoy this healthy alternative to traditional fried snacks that satisfies your cravings without the guilt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium heads cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 ¾ cups seltzer water (extra cold)
- 6 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp minced garlic
- 5 tbsp Korean chili paste (or sauce)
- ¼ cup chopped green onion
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F or oven to 425°F.
- Line air fryer pan with parchment paper or place parchment on a cooling rack if baking.
- Cut cauliflower into small florets.
- In a large bowl, combine dry batter ingredients; gradually stir in cold seltzer water until thickened.
- Coat each floret in the batter and arrange in the air fryer basket or on the prepared baking sheet without overcrowding.
- Lightly spray with oil and cook: Air fry for about 17 minutes or bake for 20–22 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg