Irresistible Air Fryer Sweet Chili Sticky Cauliflower Bites in 30 Minutes
Crispy cauliflower bites coated in a sweet chili glaze, made in an air fryer for a healthier take on takeout.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 1 green onion, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss cauliflower florets in cornstarch until evenly coated.
- Dip coated florets in beaten egg, shaking off excess.
- Place florets in air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 12 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Mix sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and garlic powder in a bowl.
- Toss cooked cauliflower in the sauce until fully coated.
- Return to air fryer for 2-3 minutes until sticky.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray cauliflower lightly with oil before air frying.
- Adjust sauce quantity based on preference for stickiness.
- Serve immediately for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg