Serves: 4
Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
For the cauliflower
1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
2 eggs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Cooking spray or a little olive oil spray
For the dip
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp hot sauce
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp lemon juice
Garnish
Chopped parsley
Instructions
Prep the cauliflower
Wash and dry the cauliflower, then cut into bite-size florets.
Set up coating bowls
Put flour in one bowl.
Beat eggs in a second bowl.
In a third bowl, mix panko, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Bread the cauliflower
Dip each floret in flour, then egg, then the breadcrumb mixture. Press lightly so the coating sticks well.
Preheat air fryer
Preheat to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
Air fry
Lightly spray the basket and the cauliflower pieces with cooking spray.
Arrange in a single layer.
Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
Make the dip
Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, hot sauce, garlic powder, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
Serve
Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot with the dipping sauce.
Tips
For extra crispiness, spray the tops lightly before air frying.
Don’t overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if needed.
Add cayenne or chili flakes for more heat.
Air-Fried Crispy Cauliflower
