Whether it's Game Day or you're just wanting a tasty, keto, side dish, you will love these Spiced Cauliflower Bites.
These flavorful poppers are the perfect appetizer or snack, packed with a delightful blend of spices that will keep you coming back for more. I'll provide instructions for both the oven and air fryer methods, so you can choose the cooking technique that suits you best.
Let's dive in!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time (Oven): 25 minutes, (Air Fryer): 12 minutes
Total Time (Oven): 40 minutes
Total Time (Air Fryer): 27 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional garnish: fresh cilantro leaves, lemon wedges
Instructions (Oven):
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, ground cumin, ground paprika, ground turmeric, ground coriander, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create a spice mixture.
Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss them gently until they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Spread the spiced cauliflower florets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and lightly golden, tossing once halfway through to ensure even cooking.
Once done, remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cauliflower bites cool for a few minutes.
Serve your Spiced Cauliflower Bites hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and lemon wedges for a tangy twist.
Instructions (Air Fryer):
Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, ground cumin, ground paprika, ground turmeric, ground coriander, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create a spice mixture.
Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss them gently until they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Place the spiced cauliflower florets in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not too crowded. Cook for about 12 minutes, shaking the basket once or twice during cooking to ensure even crispiness.
Once done, remove the cauliflower bites from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes.
Serve your Spiced Cauliflower Bites hot, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and lemon wedges for a zesty touch.
Note: Feel free to serve these Spiced Cauliflower Bites with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside a cooling yogurt dip for an extra burst of flavor.
There you have it, my friend! A tantalizing recipe for Spiced Cauliflower Bites that will surely impress your taste buds. Whether you choose the oven or air fryer method, these crispy and flavorful bites will be a hit.
Enjoy every delectable morsel, and happy cooking!
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