These cheesy nuggets of joy might be better than the potato version. We've included an oven-baked version as well as an air-fryer version—both are great, but we're in love with how golden the air fryer version gets!
Cooking spray
4 c. cauliflower florets, steamed (about 1/2 large cauliflower)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 c. shredded cheddar
1 c. freshly grated Parmesan
2/3 c. panko breadcrumbs
2 tbsp. freshly chopped chives
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 c. ketchup
2 tbsp. Sriracha
FOR OVEN
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375°. Grease a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
Step 2
In a food processor, pulse steamed cauliflower until riced. Place riced cauliflower on a clean kitchen towel and squeeze to drain water.
Step 3
Transfer cauliflower to a large bowl with egg, cheddar, Parmesan, Panko, and chives and mix until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4
Spoon about 1 tablespoon mixture and roll it into a tater-tot shape with your hands. Place on prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until tots are golden.
Step 5
Meanwhile, make spicy ketchup: Combine ketchup and Sriracha in a small serving bowl and stir to combine.
Step 6
Serve warm cauliflower tots with spicy ketchup.
FOR AIR FRYER
Step 1
In a food processor, pulse steamed cauliflower until riced. Place riced cauliflower on a clean kitchen towel and squeeze to drain water.
Step 2
Transfer cauliflower to a large bowl with egg, cheddar, Parmesan, Panko, and chives and mix until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 3
Spoon about 1 tablespoon mixture and roll it into a tater-tot shape with your hands. Working in batches, arrange in basket of air fryer in a single layer and cook at 375° for 10, until tots are golden.
Step 4
Meanwhile, make spicy ketchup: Combine ketchup and Sriracha in a small serving bowl and stir to combine.
Step 5
Serve warm cauliflower tots with spicy ketchup.