Cauli-“Chicharrón” Crunch Bites (Sheet-Pan or Air-Fryer) + Bright Avocado–Lime Salsa Verde by María “Mari” Santiago | inspochef | inspochef

Ingredients

• 1 large Cauliflower (cut into small florets, 1–1½ inches)
• 2 tbsp Neutral oil (avocado, canola, grapeseed)
• 3 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 1/3 cup Grated Parmesan
• 1 tsp Chile powder (ancho or chipotle powder)
• 1/2 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 1/4 tsp Fine salt
• 1/2 tsp Black pepper
• 2 Limes
• 1 cup Fresh cilantro
• 1 cup Tomatillos (canned, drained)
• 1 Jalapeño or serrano
• 1 Garlic clove
• 1 Ripe avocado
• 1/3 cup Cold water
• 1 tsp White vinegar
• 1/2 tsp Honey or sugar
• 1 lime zest Lime zest