Crispy Cauliflower Air Fryer (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Blue Cheese Dip
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1/4 cup mayo
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1/4 cup plain yogurt (Greek-style)
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1/4 cup blue cheese, crumbled
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A dash of hot sauce you like
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A touch of ground black pepper
→ Crispy Cauliflower Goodness
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1 large head of cauliflower
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1 cup breadcrumbs (plain)
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2 big eggs
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 cup water
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Nonstick spray for air frying
# Instructions:
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Combine mayo, yogurt, blue cheese, ground pepper, and a bit of hot sauce in a bowl. Stir it till smooth, then stick it in the fridge so the flavors can blend while you're on the cauliflower step.
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Break your cauliflower into small florets. Aim for around 1 1/2-inch pieces so they cook evenly. It'll also make them easy to dip later.
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Sprinkle your cauliflower bits with garlic powder, chili powder, and seasoning salt. In a second bowl, whip up eggs and water. Pour those over the seasoned florets, making sure all of 'em get covered. Toss in breadcrumbs last and coat well.
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Spray the basket of your air fryer with some nonstick spray. Arrange the coated florets in a single layer – no stacking, or they won't crisp up! Cook them for 7 minutes at 350°F, flip the pieces, then cook 7 more minutes until they're crispy and golden. Repeat for other batches.
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Serve the crispy cauliflower right out of the air fryer while it's still hot and crunchy. Grab that chilled blue cheese dip and dig in!
# Notes:
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For oven baking, just spread on a sheet and cook at 350°F for about 20-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Don’t pack the air fryer – less crowding means better crispiness.
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This is best eaten immediately while the crunch is at its peak!