AIR-FRYER GENERAL TSO'S CAULIFLOWER

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Cauliflower florets are deep-fried to a crispy golden brown, then coated in a sauce with just the right amount of kick. This General Tso's cauliflower is a fun alternative to the classic chicken dish. -Nick Iverson, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 cup club soda
1 medium head cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets (about 6 cups)
SAUCE:
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons vegetable broth
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 to 6 dried pasilla or other hot chiles, chopped
3 green onions, white part minced, green part thinly sliced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
4 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°. Combine flour, cornstarch, salt and baking powder. Stir in club soda just until blended (batter will be thin). Toss florets in batter; transfer to a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Let stand 5 minutes. In batches, place cauliflower on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown and tender, 10-12 minutes., Meanwhile, whisk together first 6 sauce ingredients; whisk in cornstarch until smooth., In a large saucepan, heat canola oil over medium-high heat. Add chiles; cook and stir until fragrant, 1-2 minutes. Add white part of onions, garlic, ginger and orange zest; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir orange juice mixture; add to saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 2-4 minutes., Add cauliflower to sauce; toss to coat. Serve with rice; sprinkle with thinly sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1614mg sodium, Carbohydrate 97g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

Terry Bent
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I'm definitely going to try this recipe again. It was so easy to make and it turned out so delicious.


steven neal
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I didn't have any rice vinegar, so I used apple cider vinegar instead. It worked just fine.


Furqan Nasir
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I used sunflower seeds instead of almonds in the breading. It turned out great!


Mehedy Mohin
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This was one of the best cauliflower dishes I've ever had. The air fryer made the cauliflower perfectly crispy, and the sauce was amazing.


Sina Husien
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I made this dish for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the crispy cauliflower and the flavorful sauce.


Jm jahangir Khan
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cauliflower was a great substitute for chicken, and the sauce was delicious.


Kasemiire Annet
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This dish was a great way to get my kids to eat cauliflower. They loved the crispy coating and the sweet and sour sauce.


Laura Kenney
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I loved this recipe! The cauliflower was crispy and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Bill Payne
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This was a delicious and healthy meal. The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Amirabbasi Amirabbasi
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook cauliflower, and this dish did not disappoint. The air fryer made the cauliflower nice and crispy, and the sauce was flavorful and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.


Zihad Hossen
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The cauliflower was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing. I served it over rice and it was a hit with my family.


Eo Gilbert
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I'm not usually a fan of cauliflower, but this dish changed my mind. The air fryer made the cauliflower crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again!


Adesile Steven
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This cauliflower dish was a hit with my family! The breading was crispy and flavorful, and the sauce was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. Cauliflower is a great substitute for chicken in this dish, and it cooked perfectly in the air fryer.