Air Fryer Spicy Sriracha Labneh Cauliflower
Crispy, golden-brown cauliflower florets roasted to perfection in the air fryer, served with a vibrant and tangy labneh dip infused with the spicy kick of sriracha. This dish is incredibly flavorful and makes for a fantastic appetizer or a satisfying side.
Ingredients
- •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
- •2-3 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.
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Time: 3 min - 2.
In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Time: 5 min - 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.
Time: 2 min - 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.
Time: 20 min - 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.
Time: 5 min - 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.
Time: 2 min
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.
Recipe from TheCookbook.ai
Created by Shannon Williams