Air Fryer Spicy Sriracha Labneh Cauliflower

• •1 large head Cauliflower (cut into bite-sized florets)
• •2 tbsp Olive Oil
• •1 tsp Garlic Powder
• •0.5 tsp Smoked Paprika
• •to taste Salt
• •to taste Black Pepper
• •1 cup Labneh
• •2 tbsp Sriracha (adjust to desired spice level)
• •1 tbsp Lime Juice
• •1 tsp Honey or Maple Syrup (optional, for balance)
• •1 clove Garlic (minced, or 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
• •2 tbsp Fresh Cilantro or Chives (chopped, for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

3. 3

   Place the seasoned cauliflower in a single layer in your air fryer basket. You may need to cook in batches to avoid overcrowding, which ensures even crisping.

4. 4

   Air fry for 18-22 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the cauliflower is tender-crisp and beautifully golden brown with some charred edges.

5. 5

   While the cauliflower cooks, prepare the dip. In a small bowl, combine the labneh, sriracha, lime juice, honey (if using), and minced garlic. Stir well until smooth. Taste and adjust sriracha or salt as needed.

6. 6

   Once the cauliflower is done, transfer it to a serving platter. Serve immediately with the spicy sriracha labneh dip on the side, garnished with fresh cilantro or chives.

Chef's Tips

• 💡Do not overcrowd your air fryer basket. Cooking in batches ensures the cauliflower gets crispy instead of steaming.
• 💡Adjust the amount of sriracha in the dip to suit your personal spice preference. For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cauliflower while roasting.
• 💡The sriracha labneh dip can be made a day ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.