Frozen Cauliflower In Air Fryer - Air Fryer Recipes (2024)

Published: Feb 2, 2023 · Modified: Nov 23, 2023 by Emily Antoine · This post may contain affiliate links ·

Do you love veggies for your side dish, try our frozen cauliflower in air fryer recipe. Frozen cauliflower is perfectly roasted, crispy on the edges, tender in the middle, and delicious. The plus point while making this recipe is the less preparation and quick result.

The air fryer cauliflower recipe is healthy, keto-friendly, low-calorie, and low-carb. This simple recipe takes no time to get ready and cooks perfectly every time. Plus this is the best way of adding veggies to your daily diet.

I was once a picky eater and hated cauliflower and other veggies too. But since I’ve started cooking in an air fryer every food tastes delicious. If, you want to try our other vegetable recipe try cauliflower wings made in air fryer or air fryer aloo gobi. They are the perfect side dish for parties and holiday dinners.

How to cook frozen cauliflower in air fryer?

Frozen cauliflower recipe is so easy that even if you are a beginner you can easily cook them perfectly. And all the ingredients required for the recipe are mostly found in every kitchen pantry. So, let’s gather all the ingredients and start making a crispy cauliflower recipe.

Ingredients for frozen cauliflower in air fryer:

• 1 ½ cups frozen cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon cumin powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions for frozen cauliflower in air fryer:

1. Take a large mixing bowl to add frozen cauliflower florets and oil. Mix them together until fully coated.

2. In a small bowl combine the spices and sprinkle over the cauliflower. Mix them thoroughly until fully coated.

3. Apply some oil to the air fryer basket and preheat to 200C/400F for 3 minutes.
4. Put the seasoned frozen cauliflower florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the basket and leave enough space for hot air to circulate for the evenly cooked result.

5. Cook the cauliflower at 200C/400F for 10 minutes. Toss them halfway through the cooking process. The cooking time may vary you can adjust it depending on your liking.

6. Remove the air-fried cauliflower from the air fryer basket.
7. Serve and enjoy!

You can find the frozen cauliflower in air fryer recipe in the printable card below:

How to serve air fryer cauliflower?

• This crispy cauliflower can be served as a side dish to any of your favorite meals. Or serve them with crispy chicken drumsticks, juicy pork belly, or with delicious lamb chops.
• Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy them as a snack or appetizer.
• Sprinkle some parmesan cheese before serving and enjoy your cheesy cauliflower.
• Plain white rice goes very well with the cauliflower recipe.

Variations

You can always customize the recipe depending on your liking. Here are a few ways to try this recipe:

• Alter any seasoning with your favorite ones and skip those I’ve used in the recipe which is not your favorite ones.
• Add some red chili flakes for some kick. Or serve with hot sauce if you love spicy food.
• You can also use fresh cauliflowers instead of frozen cauliflowers. Fresh cauliflowers contain less moisture compared to frozen ones resulting in a crispy result.
• You can add other frozen vegetables if you love having roasted mixed vegetables.

Tips

• Always preheat the air fryer for the best result.
• You don’t need to thaw the frozen cauliflower before cooking them in the air fryer.
• Don’t overcrowd the basket leave enough space for the hot air to circulate for the evenly cooked result.
• Toss the frozen cauliflower halfway through the cooking process to avoid burning.
• Coating the cauliflower with oil before adding the dry ingredients helps to stick the seasoning well and evenly.
• The cooking time may vary depending on the air fryer brand and the size of the cauliflower.
• If you like your cauliflowers to be extra crispy, add a few minutes to the cooking time depending on your liking.

Storage:

Air fried frozen cauliflower is best when they are freshly served. Because frozen cauliflower contains moisture and when stored it gets soggy.

However, you can place the leftover cauliflower in an air-tight container and store them in the refrigerator. They are good for 3-4 days.

Reheating:

Transfer the leftover cauliflower to the air fryer basket and reheat them at 200C/400F for 2-3 minutes or until warm through.

Here are some of the frequently asked questions:

How long to cook frozen cauliflower in air fryer?

The frozen cauliflower should not take more than 10-15 minutes to cook at 200C/400F temperature.

However, the cooking time can also vary depending on the cauliflower size. Additionally, all air fryers vary from one another so, you should keep a close eye while cooking and adjust the time accordingly.

Should I thaw frozen cauliflower before cooking?

You don’t need to thaw or defrost the frozen cauliflower before cooking. Just add the desired ingredients mix them well and cook them.

Is frozen cauliflower cooked first?

No, the frozen cauliflower is not cooked. So, you should not eat them directly from the package. You should always boil, steam, air fry or bake them before consuming them.

How long does frozen veg take in air fryer?

The air fryer is best when it comes to cooking frozen food. The veggies take no longer than 15 minutes to cook in an air fryer.

I love how quickly the vegetables are perfectly cooked be it the frozen sweet potato fries, frozen onion rings, or frozen french fries.

If you’ve tried this recipe, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below.

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