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Air Fryer Frozen Cauliflower Recipe

4.4 from 115 reviews

This Air Fryer Frozen Cauliflower recipe offers a quick and delicious way to enjoy crispy, seasoned cauliflower straight from the freezer. Lightly coated with olive oil and a flavorful blend of garlic and onion powders, salt, and pepper, this easy side dish is ready in under 30 minutes with minimal prep and no thawing required.

Ingredients

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Cauliflower

  • 24 oz frozen cauliflower florets

Seasonings

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon onion powder

Others

  • Olive oil spray

Instructions

  1. Prepare the air fryer basket: Spray the air fryer basket lightly with olive oil spray to prevent sticking. Place the frozen cauliflower florets directly into the basket without thawing for best texture.
  2. Season the cauliflower: Spray the cauliflower with olive oil spray, then evenly sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder over the florets. Shake the basket gently to distribute the seasonings.
  3. Initial air frying: Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook the cauliflower for 10 minutes to start crisping them up.
  4. Final crisping: Stir and shake the basket to turn the cauliflower, then continue air frying for an additional 5 to 15 minutes until the cauliflower reaches your desired level of crispiness.
  5. Serve: Remove the cauliflower from the air fryer and serve immediately to enjoy the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • Do not thaw the frozen cauliflower before air frying to achieve maximum crispiness.
  • Cooking times may vary depending on the air fryer model; adjust the final cooking time as needed.
  • For an extra kick, add a pinch of chili flakes or smoked paprika to the seasoning mix.
  • Use olive oil spray sparingly to avoid sogginess while helping the seasonings stick.
  • This recipe is a great low-calorie, gluten-free, and vegetarian side dish.

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