Cauliflower Gratin in the Air Fryer
A delicious and creamy cauliflower gratin, perfectly cooked in an air fryer. This recipe combines the soft texture of boiled cauliflower with a wonderful cheese sauce and a crispy topping, all without needing a traditional oven.
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 Silicone mold
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Pot
- 1 Turner
Ingredients
- 1 pcs head of cauliflower
- 4 dl grated cheddar cheese
- 1 dl parmesan cheese
- 2 ½ dl cream
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp plain flour
- 1 tsp Salt and pepper
- 1 dl panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 180°C. (Preset it, or let it run for a couple of minutes before cooking)
- Boil 1 pcs head of cauliflower as florets in lightly salted water in a pot for about 5 minutes, until tender.Drain and let them cool.
- Melt 2 tbsp butter in a pot over medium heat on the stovetop.Add 2 tbsp plain flour and stir well until it forms a smooth paste.
- Gradually add 2 ½ dl cream while stirring to make a smooth sauce. Let the sauce simmer for a couple of minutes until it starts to thicken.
- Add 4 dl grated cheddar cheese and 1 dl parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce is creamy. Season to taste with 1 tsp Salt and pepper.
- Add the boiled cauliflower florets to the cheese sauce and mix gently so they are well coated in the sauce.
- Pour the cauliflower mixture into an ovenproof dish or a silicone mould that fits in the air fryer basket, and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle 1 dl panko breadcrumbs evenly over the cauliflower mixture in the dish.
- Air fry the cauliflower gratin in the air fryer at 180°C for about 10-12 minutes, until the topping is crispy and golden brown.Start the online kitchen timer here
- Serve immediately, sprinkle with 2 tbsp fresh parsley if you like, and enjoy!
Notes
The time can vary a little from model to model – the gratin is ready when the top is golden.
Nutrition
Calories: 559kcalCarbohydrates: 15.3gProtein: 19.6gFat: 47.1gSaturated fat: 29.3gSodium: 870mgFiber: 3.5gSugar: 5.2g
