Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites – Quick, Crispy & Sweet Chili Snack
These Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites are crispy, sweet, and spicy — all made with pantry staples! Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or quick side dish in just 20 minutes. No flour, no breadcrumbs, and no deep-frying needed — just simple, bold flavors and a sticky chili glaze everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 19 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack, Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
1 medium head cauliflower (about 440g), cut into florets
1 tbsp oil (olive, avocado, or canola)
1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
2 tbsp ketchup
1/2 tsp sugar
Pinch of salt
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Wash and cut cauliflower into medium florets and pat dry.
2. In a bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, ketchup, sugar, and salt to make the glaze.
3. Toss cauliflower florets in oil until coated evenly.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
5. Arrange cauliflower in a single layer and air fry for 12–14 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crisp.
6. Transfer to a bowl, pour the chili glaze over, and toss until glossy.
7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
• Don’t overcrowd the air fryer; crisping needs airflow.
• For extra spice, mix in a teaspoon of sriracha to the sauce.
• You can bake instead at 425°F (220°C) for 20–25 minutes, flipping once halfway.
• Store leftovers up to 2 days and reheat in the air fryer to restore crispiness.
Find it online: https://recipelio.com/air-fryer-cauliflower-bites/