Easy Air Fryer Bang Bang Cauliflower
Experience a flavor explosion with this Easy Air Fryer Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe! Perfectly crispy and golden, these cauliflower florets are coated in a spicy-sweet sauce that makes them irresistible. This dish is not just a snack; it’s a crowd-pleaser at parties or a delightful side for dinner. The air fryer method allows you to enjoy the crunch without excessive oil, keeping it light and vibrant. Serve it as an appetizer, side dish, or even toss it into salads or wraps for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (cut into bite-sized florets)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 2 large eggs (or aquafaba)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (vegan mayo for plant-based option)
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey (or agave syrup)
- 1–2 teaspoons hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, toss cauliflower florets with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each floret in flour, then dip in beaten eggs (or aquafaba), followed by coating in panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the breaded florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through until golden brown.
- In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, and hot sauce to create the Bang Bang sauce.
- Toss cooked cauliflower in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg