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Air fryer frozen cauliflowe

Air Fryer Frozen Cauliflower Recipe

Abi Olayiwola
Spiced air fryer frozen cauliflower with crisp edges and tender inside can be eaten as a snack, side or added to a warm salad.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine General
Servings 2
Calories 197 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Microwave Steamer

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g Cauliflower
  • 2 tablespoons Oil
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika

Instructions
 

Pre-steaming Method

  • Pour the frozen cauliflower into a microwave-steaming bowl.
  • Steam for 5 mins on high.
  • Add the oil into a bowl, then add the salt, garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika. Mix well with a spoon, then pour in the steamed cauliflower.
  • Toss until the cauliflower is evenly coated. Place the cauliflower in the air fryer in a single layer to get even cooking. Set the temp to 190°C (400 F). Cook for 10 mins. Open the air fryer and turn the cauliflower florets over. Cooks for another 5 mins.
  • Remove from heat and serve.

Direct Air Frying Method

  • Add the oil into a bowl, then add the salt, garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika. Mix well with a spoon, then pour in the frozen cauliflower.
  • Toss until the cauliflower is evenly coated. Place the cauliflower in the air fryer in a single layer to get even cooking. Set the temp to 190°C (400 F). Cook for 10 mins. Open the air fryer and toss, then cook for 5 mins. Open the air fryer and toss again. Leave to cook for another 5 mins.
Keyword Air Fryer Frozen Cauliflower