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Air Fried Mole-Braised Cauliflower on a rustic wooden table

Air Fried Mole Cauliflower

Roasted cauliflower with a rich mole-style sauce made in the air fryer.
Couverts4 servings
Preparation 20 minutes
Preparation time:15 minutes
Total time 35 minutes
estimated costs pp $1.80 per serving
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Equipment

Ingredients

For the cauliflower:

  • 250 g cauliflower florets
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and black pepper

For the mole sauce:

  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons peanuts
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon raisins
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

  • Toss cauliflower with oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook in air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 10 minutes, stirring halfway.
  • Blend all sauce ingredients until smooth.
  • Simmer sauce for 3 to 5 minutes until reduced.
  • Pour sauce over cauliflower and mix.
  • Cook for 5 more minutes until coated and slightly charred.
  • Serve warm.

Notes & Wine Advice

Notes

Cut cauliflower evenly for consistent cooking.
Do not overcook to keep texture firm.
Stir halfway for even roasting.

Variations

Add cocoa powder for a deeper mole flavor.
Use almonds instead of peanuts.
Top with fresh cilantro.

Wine Advice

This dish pairs well with a light Pinot Noir or a smooth Chardonnay.
These wines complement the spicy and nutty flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 200 kcal | Carbohydrates: 16 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 14 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g | Sodium: 390 mg | Sugar: 7 g
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Course; Airfryer / Healthy / Main Course / Vegetables
Cuisine; Latin American / Mexican
Season: All Seasons
Diets; Gluten-Free / Vegetarian
Holliday: Summerpartys