Crispy Air Fryer Breaded Cauliflower Bites
These fantastic Air Fryer Breaded Cauliflower Bites are crispy on the outside and delightfully tender on the inside!
Ingredients
- 1 small head cauliflower (approximately 700 g)
- 1 small egg (lightly beaten)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cumin
- 50 g panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp cooking olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
- Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- In a small bowl, mix together the beaten egg, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and cumin.
- Place the panko breadcrumbs in another bowl.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the egg mixture, then coat it evenly with breadcrumbs.
- Place the breaded cauliflower florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the breaded cauliflower.
- Air fry for about 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the cauliflower is golden brown and crispy.
Notes
- Preheating your air fryer for a few minutes before adding the cauliflower helps ensure even cooking and a crispy texture.
- Cut the cauliflower into evenly sized florets to ensure all pieces cook at the same rate.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to allow for proper air circulation. Cook the cauliflower in batches if needed to prevent steaming and ensure crispiness.
- Lightly coat the cauliflower florets with olive oil or cooking spray to help them crisp up and develop a golden brown exterior.
- Shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning and crispiness on all sides of the cauliflower.
- For the best texture and flavor, serve the breaded air fryer cauliflower bites immediately after cooking.