
COURSE:
Side Dish, Snack, Starter
Instant Pot Spicy Korean Cauliflower Bites: Bold Flavours in Every Bite
Experience the perfect combination of spice and crunch with our Instant Pot Spicy Korean Cauliflower Bites. These bite-sized cauliflower florets are coated in a deliciously fiery Korean-inspired sauce, creating an irresistible snack or side dish that packs a punch. The Instant Pot makes preparing these cauliflower bites quick and easy, helping you achieve a crispy, tender texture every time.
Ideal for those who enjoy bold, spicy flavours, these cauliflower bites offer the perfect balance of heat and sweetness, making them a standout dish for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a light snack, a party appetiser, or a vegan-friendly main, the Spicy Korean Cauliflower Bites are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Not only are these cauliflower bites delicious, but they also offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried snacks. With the Instant Pot, you can enjoy the crispiness of fried food without the excess oil, making them a guilt-free treat that’s packed with flavour. Enjoy these spicy bites on their own or pair them with your favourite dipping sauce for an added burst of flavour.
Spicy Korean Cauliflower Bites
Product:
Vortex Air Fryer, Instant Pot Multi-Cooker
Ingredients
Cauliflower Bites
- Half head of cauliflower
- 2 eggs
- 85 g corn starch
- 1 tsp garlic
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 450 g panko breadcrumbs
Spicy Korean BBQ Sauce (made in Instant Pot)
- 65 g Korean chili flakes
- 65 g Korean red pepper paste Gochujang
- 65 g minced Garlic
- 250 g corn syrup
- 125 g ketchup
- 12 g crushed pineapple
- 1 tbsp of white vinegar
- 2 tbsp of sunflower oil
Instructions
- Cut the cauliflower into small bite sized pieces or your preferred size.
- In a bowl add the eggs and cornstarch and mix until smooth.
- Add garlic, ginger, onion powder, smoked paprika and salt and mix well.
- Take one piece of cauliflower and submerge it in batter, then coat in panko. Apply pressure with hands so panko sticks. Repeat this with all cauliflower bites.
- Set Vortex to Air Fry and program the temperature to 200°C for 30 minutes.
- Once the Vortex has preheated and you are prompted to Add Food, place the cauliflower pieces inside, and Turn Food when prompted halfway.
- While this is cooking, you can create the Spicy Korean BBQ sauce in your Instant Pot. Select the Saute function and drizzle oil into the bottom of the Inner pot.
- Once the pot is hot, lightly fry the garlic for 1-2 minutes
- Add all remaining ingredients and gently simmer on low for 20 minutes. (If this sauce finishes before the cauliflower bites, then press Keep Warm until the Vortex program has finished)
- Once cauliflower bites are done, submerge into Spicy Korean BBQ sauce, then serve from a bowl.

Spicy Korean Cauliflower Bites
COURSE:
Side Dish, Snack, Starter
Product:
Vortex Air Fryer, Instant Pot Multi-Cooker
Ingredients
Cauliflower Bites
- Half head of cauliflower
- 2 eggs
- 85 g corn starch
- 1 tsp garlic
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 450 g panko breadcrumbs
Spicy Korean BBQ Sauce (made in Instant Pot)
- 65 g Korean chili flakes
- 65 g Korean red pepper paste Gochujang
- 65 g minced Garlic
- 250 g corn syrup
- 125 g ketchup
- 12 g crushed pineapple
- 1 tbsp of white vinegar
- 2 tbsp of sunflower oil
Instructions
- Cut the cauliflower into small bite sized pieces or your preferred size.
- In a bowl add the eggs and cornstarch and mix until smooth.
- Add garlic, ginger, onion powder, smoked paprika and salt and mix well.
- Take one piece of cauliflower and submerge it in batter, then coat in panko. Apply pressure with hands so panko sticks. Repeat this with all cauliflower bites.
- Set Vortex to Air Fry and program the temperature to 200°C for 30 minutes.
- Once the Vortex has preheated and you are prompted to Add Food, place the cauliflower pieces inside, and Turn Food when prompted halfway.
- While this is cooking, you can create the Spicy Korean BBQ sauce in your Instant Pot. Select the Saute function and drizzle oil into the bottom of the Inner pot.
- Once the pot is hot, lightly fry the garlic for 1-2 minutes
- Add all remaining ingredients and gently simmer on low for 20 minutes. (If this sauce finishes before the cauliflower bites, then press Keep Warm until the Vortex program has finished)
- Once cauliflower bites are done, submerge into Spicy Korean BBQ sauce, then serve from a bowl.
Instant Pot Spicy Korean Cauliflower Bites: Bold Flavours in Every Bite
Experience the perfect combination of spice and crunch with our Instant Pot Spicy Korean Cauliflower Bites. These bite-sized cauliflower florets are coated in a deliciously fiery Korean-inspired sauce, creating an irresistible snack or side dish that packs a punch. The Instant Pot makes preparing these cauliflower bites quick and easy, helping you achieve a crispy, tender texture every time.
Ideal for those who enjoy bold, spicy flavours, these cauliflower bites offer the perfect balance of heat and sweetness, making them a standout dish for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a light snack, a party appetiser, or a vegan-friendly main, the Spicy Korean Cauliflower Bites are sure to satisfy your cravings.
Not only are these cauliflower bites delicious, but they also offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried snacks. With the Instant Pot, you can enjoy the crispiness of fried food without the excess oil, making them a guilt-free treat that’s packed with flavour. Enjoy these spicy bites on their own or pair them with your favourite dipping sauce for an added burst of flavour.

