Description

Golden, crispy, and drenched in a luscious sesame glaze, Air Fryer Sesame Cauliflower is your next obsession for easy dinner ideas, quick snacks, and healthy treats! This easy recipe transforms simple cauliflower into irresistible, flavorful bites that are crunchy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a sticky, savory-sweet sauce that’s pure magic. Perfect for a quick breakfast side, healthy snack, or part of your dinner ideas lineup, this dish is packed with Asian-inspired flavors and just the right hint of sesame goodness. If you’re hunting for new food ideas that impress without the fuss, this is it!

Ingredients

1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 cup water

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 cup panko breadcrumbs

Cooking spray

For the sesame sauce:

1/3 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

2 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon sesame oil

2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions

Wash and cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets; pat dry.
In a large bowl, mix flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper into a smooth batter.
Dip each floret into the batter, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
Preheat air fryer to 380°F (195°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
Arrange cauliflower in a single layer and air fry for 15-18 minutes, shaking halfway through.
Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: Combine soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan over medium heat.
Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until thickened.
Toss the crispy cauliflower with the sauce and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
Category: Appetizer