Bang Bang Cauliflower Air Fryer

Why we love this Bang Bang Air Fryer Cauliflower

Why do you need to make this air fryer bang bang cauliflower? It’s a tasty appetizer with a kick that is so easy to make! The bang bang sauce is made with Greek yogurt and honey, so it’s a must have for guilt-free snacking! You’ll feel great serving this to your family because they are getting a healthy dose of nutritious cauliflower in every bite! 

Ingredients for this Recipe

• Cauliflower head – broken into even, bite sized pieces.
• Greek Yogurt – substituting greek yogurt for mayo in sauces cuts the calories but keeps this bang bang sauce deliciously creamy! Additionally, Greek yogurt contains 10 grams of protein and 110 calories per 1/2 cup serving,versus mayo, which only contains a 1 gram of protein per 1/2 cup!  
• Honey- using honey as a natural sweetener in this sauce to balance out the spicy!
• Sesame Oil – adds a little nutty flavor to the air fryer bang bang cauliflower
• Flour and corn starch – i find that a combination of flour and corn starch results in the crispiest air fryer cauliflower!
• Spices – a combination of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne are mixed together with the flour to create a spicy batter
• Sriracha – optional, but gives an additional kick to the flavor of these bites!
• Sesame seeds and green onions – optional for garnish

Step By Step Instructions To Make This Recipe

Make the batter for the cauliflower

Combine all the dry ingredients (flour, corn starch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper) in a bowl.  Whisk in water until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.

Coat the cauliflower

Next, add the cauliflower florets to the batter and mix well to evenly coat the florets with batter.

Place cauliflower in air fryer basket

Coat an air fryer basket or baking pans with non-stick cooking spray or air fryer perforated parchment paper, then add battered florets to the air fryer basket in a single layer. 

Air Fry

Air fry the cauliflower at 375 degrees F for 20 minutes or until cauliflower is tender.

Toss with sauce

While the cauliflower is in the air fryer, make the sauce by whisking together greek yogurt, sweet chili sauce, honey, sriracha, sesame oil in a small bowl. Once the cauliflower is out of the air fryer, Once the cauliflower is done cooking, carefully transfer them to a large bowl. Drizzle with the bang bang sauce, then toss to coat. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

FAQs and Expert tips

Make sure cauliflower pieces are similar in size. This ensures even cooking time for your air fryer bang bang cauliflower.

Shake the basket! Another way to ensure even cooking with each piece of cauliflower is to shake the basket a couple times during the cooking process.

Spray the air fryer! Spraying the basket with Olive Oil Spray or grapeseed spray. It prevents the cauliflower from sticking. Alternatively, you can use perforated air fryer parchment paper.

Additional recipes to try

• Eveyone loves these Spring Rolls with Spicy Peanut Dipping Sauce. The great thing about them is you can fill them with just about anything!
• If you are looking for a delcious side dish try this Easy Broccoli and Cauliflower Casserole.
• Tofu Veggie Stir Fry with Cashews is a family favorite!
• Don’t miss this amazing Broccoli Cashew Stir Fry. Serve it with brown or white rice for an easy healthy meal!
• Another easy way to prepare cauliflower is to roast it with broccoli and cheese. And of course steamed cauliflower is also a great easy way to cook it.
• For another appetizer option, try this low carb Cauliflower Hummus. You won’t believe it is bean free!

More Air Fryer Recipes

• This Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Wings is another easy appetizer to add to your menu.
• For a basic veggie side dish, make this Simple Air Fryer Cauliflower with just a few easy pantry ingredients.
• Our crispy Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets are seasoned with Everything Bagel Seasoning.