Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites with Coconut Crust, Mild Curry and Lime Sauce

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the air fryer to 390°F / 200°C for 3 minutes. Meanwhile, pat the cauliflower florets very dry with paper towels so the coating sticks better.

2. 2

   In one bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with 1/2 tablespoon of the mild curry powder, half of the salt, and the black pepper. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, mix the panko, unsweetened shredded coconut, garlic powder, the remaining 1/2 tablespoon mild curry powder, and the rest of the salt.

3. 3

   Dip each cauliflower floret first into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the panko-coconut mixture, pressing lightly so the crust adheres well.

4. 4

   Place the coated cauliflower in a large bowl and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss gently so the breading stays in place. If desired, add a little oil spray on top for more even browning.

5. 5

   Arrange the breaded cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 390°F / 200°C for 8 minutes, open the basket, turn the pieces, and cook for 6 to 8 minutes more at 390°F / 200°C until golden and crisp.

6. 6

   While the cauliflower cooks, make the sauce by stirring together the plain Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, finely grated lime zest, 2 tablespoons / 30 ml lime juice, honey, and chopped fresh cilantro in a bowl. Taste and adjust with an extra pinch of salt if needed.

7. 7

   Serve the cauliflower bites hot with the lime-cilantro sauce on the side. Garnish with a little more chopped fresh cilantro and, if you like, extra lime zest.