Gochujang-Sauced Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites

This vegetarian version of hot wings replaces the chicken with cauliflower florets.

Gochujang-Sauced Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 2 pounds cauliflower florets (about 8 cups)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided

  • 1/2 cup cayenne-infused honey (such as Mike’s Hot Honey®)

  • 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste)

  • 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar

  • 1 tablespoon less-sodium soy sauce

  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 2 green onions, sliced (about 1/4 cup), plus more for garnish

Directions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer’s instructions. Toss cauliflower florets with oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl to coat.

  2. Working in batches if needed, arrange cauliflower bites in an even layer in air fryer basket. Cook, turning halfway through, until tender and browned, about 10 minutes. 

  3. Meanwhile, for sauce, stir together honey, gochujang, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon juice, ginger, black pepper, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to low; simmer until sauce is glossy and thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in green onions.

  4. Transfer hot cauliflower bites to a large bowl. Add 1/2 cup sauce; toss to coat. Serve immediately with remaining sauce and garnish with additional green onions.

    Cook’s Note

    Oven Method: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a 10x15-inch baking sheet with foil. Arrange cauliflower in an even layer on prepared baking sheet and toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Roast, stirring halfway through, until tender and browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Continue as directed in Step 3.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

149 Calories
4g Fat
29g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 149
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 617mg 27%
Total Carbohydrate 29g 11%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 25g
Protein 3g 5%
Vitamin C 52mg 58%
Calcium 26mg 2%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 199mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.