Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cauliflower head, cut into bite-sized florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
- Fresh cilantro or scallions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish, and roll coated cauliflower in breadcrumbs until evenly coated.
- Transfer cauliflower to the air fryer basket, ensuring they are in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the cauliflower and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Garnish with sliced scallions or cilantro before serving with dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toss cauliflower in a soy-ginger sauce before serving.
- Can be baked in a 425°F oven for 20 minutes if air fryer is unavailable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired, Vegan, Healthy
- Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free option available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg