Ohhh this one is a keto MVP 🥦🔥
Ultra-crispy outside, tender inside, and perfect for snacking or as a side.
🥦 Keto Air-Fried Crispy Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-size florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- ½ cup grated Parmesan (or pork-rind crumbs for extra crunch)
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional: pinch cayenne or chili flakes
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prep
- Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C)
- Pat cauliflower very dry (crucial for crispiness)
- Season
- Toss florets with oil until lightly coated
- In a bowl, mix Parmesan, almond flour, and spices
- Toss cauliflower in coating until evenly covered
- Air Fry
- Arrange in a single layer (work in batches if needed)
- Cook 12–15 minutes, shaking halfway
- Cook until golden and crispy on edges
- Finish
- Optional: air fry an extra 2–3 minutes for max crunch
- Sprinkle with salt or extra Parmesan while hot
🔥 Dipping Sauce Ideas (Keto)
- Garlic aioli
- Ranch
- Buffalo sauce + melted butter
- Lemon-Parmesan mayo
🧠 Approx Keto Macros (per serving – 4 servings)
- Calories: ~180
- Fat: ~13g
- Protein: ~7g
- Net Carbs: ~4g
💡 Pro Tips
- Don’t overcrowd—crispy needs space
- Pork-rind coating = ultra crunchy & zero carb
- Reheat in air fryer at 380°F for 3–4 mins
- Add lemon zest or fresh herbs at the end for brightness
🔄 Flavor Variations
- Buffalo cauliflower (toss in sauce after frying)
- Cajun-spiced
- Everything-bagel seasoning
- Cheddar-crusted
