Air Fryer Cauliflower Delight

A crisp, expertly seasoned dish showcasing cauliflower in its full glory, featuring a golden mantle of aromatic spices and a vibrant touch of fresh lemon acidity. The precise balance between the tender heart of the floret and its rich, crunchy exterior makes it an exquisite accompaniment to any main course or a sophisticated vegetarian appetizer for any occasion.

Prep: 10 min
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Easy

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Instructions

Servings:4

1In a large bowl, place the cauliflower florets.
2Add olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
3Mix well to coat the flowers.
4Place the cauliflower in the air fryer basket in a single layer (you may need to work in batches) and air fry at 200°C for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring every five minutes until the cauliflower is golden and crisp.
5Serve hot.

Ingredients

1 small head of cauliflower, cleaned and cut into bite-sized florets (about 4 cups), 2 tablespoons classic extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon thyme, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon curry powder, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to taste, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Nutrition

Calories: 50
Protein: 0.1g
Carbs: 0.2g

Chef tips

For a cheesy twist, sprinkle some grated Parmesan before serving. If curry powder is unavailable, substitute with cumin for a different flavor profile.

Recommended Equipment & Products

Nutrition

Calories: 50
Protein: 0.1g
Carbs: 0.2g

Recommended Equipment & Products

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Chef tips

For a cheesy twist, sprinkle some grated Parmesan before serving. If curry powder is unavailable, substitute with cumin for a different flavor profile.

Culinary reasoning

A crisp, expertly seasoned dish showcasing cauliflower in its full glory, featuring a golden mantle of aromatic spices and a vibrant touch of fresh lemon acidity. The precise balance between the tender heart of the floret and its rich, crunchy exterior makes it an exquisite accompaniment to any main course or a sophisticated vegetarian appetizer for any occasion.

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