Air Fried Cauliflower Bites
These crispy cauliflower bites are the perfect snack for any craving! They’re crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, and totally addictive.
Ingredients
- 1, ¾ Cup Cauliflower
- 1 Cup Panko Bread Crumbs
- 1 Cup Water
- ¾ Cups Corn Flour
- ⅓ Cup Mayonnaise or Sour Cream
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt A pinch
- 2 teaspoon Lime Juice
- ½ teaspoon Lime Zest
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix water, corn flour, garlic powder, lime juice, lime zest, mayonnaise (or sour cream), and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth to make the batter.
- Place the panko breadcrumbs in a separate bowl.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, making sure it’s fully coated.
- Roll the coated florets in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to stick the crumbs.
- Arrange the breaded cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through for even cooking.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce like ranch, spicy mayo, or garlic aioli.
- Let me know if you'd like any further tweaks!
Notes
Don’t Overcrowd: Cook in batches if necessary to allow hot air to circulate for maximum crispiness.
Dry the Cauliflower: Pat the florets dry before dipping them in the batter to help the coating stick better.
Even Coating: Use a fork or tongs to ensure each floret is fully coated in batter and breadcrumbs.
Nutrition
Calories: 557kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 492mgPotassium: 458mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 29IUVitamin C: 44mgCalcium: 141mgIron: 3mg
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