Description
Bite-sized cauliflower florets covered in a crispy, crunchy coating. This vegan air fryer popcorn cauliflower is a healthy, guilt-free side.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 Flax Eggs
- 1 Head Cauliflower (Cut into Small Florets)
- 1/2 Cup Tapioca Flour
- 1 Cup Bread Crumb (Gluten-Free if needed)
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/4 tsp Crushed Red Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Olive Oil
Optional Garnish:
- 2-Minute Vegan Creamy Sriracha Sauce
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Cilantro (Chopped)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine 3 Tbsp flax seed meal with 9 Tbsp warm water from the faucet. Stir to combine and set aside.
- Cut the cauliflower into bite-size florets.
- Place the florets in a large bowl. Top with the tapioca flour and shake to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumb, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper and stir.
- One-by-one, dip the flour coated cauliflower florets into the flax egg mixture and then in the breadcrumb. Make sure the cauliflower is thoroughly coated and set aside. Repeat until all of the cauliflower is used. If necessary, mix another flax egg or add more breadcrumb.
- Add the oil to the air fryer and Preheat to 400° F.
- Make the recipe for 2-Minute Vegan Creamy Sriracha Sauce, if using.
- Working in batches, place enough coated florets into the air fryer in a single layer. Air fry until evenly brown on all sides, approx. 12-15 minutes. Keep an eye on them so they do not burn.
- Serve hot with the sauce or another dip of your choosing and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired. Enjoy!
- Leftover popcorn cauliflower can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days and reheated in the air fryer.
Notes
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Keywords: Air Fryer Popcorn Cauliflower, Vegan Air-Fried Cauliflower Recipe
