Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang)
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Air-Fried Korean Chili Cauliflower (Gochujang), a delightful vegan dish that marries a crispy exterior with tender cauliflower. Coated in a spicy, tangy sauce, this recipe is perfect for any occasion—whether as a snack at game night or a flavorful main course at dinner. With its quick preparation time and minimal ingredients, you’ll have a delicious meal ready in no time. Enjoy the satisfying crunch and bold taste of this dish that’s sure to please everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium heads cauliflower
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ¾ cups seltzer water (extra cold)
- ½ cup maple syrup (or agave nectar)
- 6 tbsp soy sauce
- 5 tbsp Korean chili paste
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (or oven to 425°F).
- Line the air fryer pan with parchment paper.
- Cut cauliflower into small florets for even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix dry batter ingredients; gradually stir in cold seltzer until it reaches pancake batter consistency.
- Coat each floret in the tempura batter and arrange in the air fryer basket without overcrowding.
- Lightly spray with oil and air fry for 17 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg