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air fryer sesame cauliflower

I make this air fryer sesame cauliflower whenever I’m craving a crispy, flavorful snack or side. It’s a perfect healthier twist on the usual fried version, with a light sesame sauce that makes it really tasty.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium head of cauliflower cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking spray

For the Sesame Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water for thickening
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
  • First I preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
  • In a bowl I mix the flour, water, salt, and pepper to make a batter.
  • I dip each cauliflower floret into the batter shaking off any excess, then place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • I spray the cauliflower lightly with cooking spray and cook for 12-15 minutes shaking the basket halfway through, until the florets are golden and crispy.
  • While the cauliflower cooks I make the sesame sauce by combining the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan. I bring it to a simmer and add the cornstarch mixture, stirring until the sauce thickens.
  • Once the cauliflower is done I toss it in the sesame sauce until each piece is well-coated.
  • I garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.