Description
This air fryer buffalo cauliflower is crispy, flavorful, and perfect for game day or as a delicious vegan snack. Made with simple ingredients and coated in spicy buffalo sauce, these cauliflower bites are a healthier alternative to traditional wings. Pair them with your favorite creamy dip for the ultimate appetizer
Ingredients
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- 1 large head cauliflower, chopped into small-to-medium florets (about 4 cups)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free 1:1 flour)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup buffalo-style wing sauce
Instructions
- Wash and chop cauliflower into 1-inch florets. Pat dry.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add cauliflower and toss to coat.
- Preheat the air fryer if required. Arrange cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 400°F for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp. Cook in batches if needed.
- Remove from the air fryer and transfer to a mixing bowl. Pour buffalo sauce over cauliflower and toss to coat.
- Return to the air fryer and cook for another 5-7 minutes until crispy, checking at the 5-minute mark.
- Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing and a side of celery and carrot sticks.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray the cauliflower with a little oil before air frying.
- Use a different sauce, such as BBQ or teriyaki, for a flavor variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to crisp them up.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg