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A delicious plate of Air Fryer Bang Bang Cauliflower

Air Fryer Bang Bang Cauliflower

A delightful and spicy cauliflower dish with a crispy texture, perfect for a quick snack or appetizer.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 228
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cauliflower
  • 450 g cauliflower florets
  • 1000 ml boiling water
  • 0.5 tsp salt for blanching
  • 3 tbsp cooking oil for brushing
  • 2 tsp kashmiri chilli powder
  • 1 tbsp grated garlic
  • 60 g maida (all purpose flour)
  • 2 tbsp cornflour
  • 0.375 tsp salt for batter
  • 0.5 tsp pepper powder
  • 2 tsp cooking oil for frying
  • 45 ml water
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp sriracha or red chilli sauce
  • 2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Deep Pan

Method
 

  1. Add cauliflower florets & salt to boiling water, mix for 30 seconds and drain them immediately. Rinse them with cold water & drain again. Set aside.
  2. Take blanched cauliflower florets in a bowl. Add all ingredients for flour & spice mix except water and combine well. Add water gradually and mix to coat well.
  3. Add all ingredients for the sauce to a bowl, mix well and set aside.
  4. Heat oil in a pan, fry marinated florets for 4-5 minutes until golden and crisp. Toss in sauce and serve.
  5. Pre-heat airfryer at 180 C, brush basket with oil. Air fry florets at 180C for 20 minutes, flipping and brushing with oil every 7 minutes. Air fry at 200 C for 2 minutes till golden and crisp. Toss in sauce and serve.

Notes

You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of chilli powder and sauces used. Serve immediately for the best texture.