Sweet Sour Spicy Cauliflower Bites (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 cauliflower head (approximately 460 grams), cut into bite-sized florets
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2 teaspoons peanut oil
→ Sauce
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3 to 4 tablespoons ketchup
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2 tablespoons sriracha, or to taste
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1 teaspoon brown sugar
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⅛ teaspoon salt
→ Garnish
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1 tablespoon chopped cilantro (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes according to manual instructions.
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Cut the cauliflower into medium bite-sized florets, ensuring they are not too small.
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Drizzle peanut oil over the cauliflower florets and use your hands to coat them evenly.
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Place the cauliflower florets in the air fryer basket, spreading them evenly. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 8 minutes, tossing halfway through at the 4-minute mark.
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While the cauliflower is cooking, combine ketchup, sriracha, brown sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl.
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Transfer the partially cooked cauliflower to the sauce bowl and toss until all florets are evenly coated.
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Return the coated cauliflower to the air fryer basket. Cook at 370°F (188°C) for 16 minutes, tossing once halfway through.
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For crispier bites, continue cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.
# Notes:
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For best results, ensure cauliflower florets are roughly the same size for even cooking.
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Adjust sriracha amount to control the spice level according to your preference.