Description
A healthier and crispy twist on buffalo wings using cauliflower, perfect for snacking or as a side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of fresh cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour if needed)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 3/4 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into uniform bite-sized florets.
- Make the Batter: Whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Coat the Cauliflower: Add the florets to the batter and mix thoroughly.
- Air Fry the Cauliflower: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Spray the basket with cooking spray, arrange the florets, and cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Prepare the Buffalo Sauce: Combine buffalo sauce with melted butter in a small bowl.
- Toss in Buffalo Sauce: Once crispy, coat the cauliflower in the sauce mixture.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
Notes
Experiment with different flours or hot sauces for a customized flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: buffalo cauliflower, air fryer, healthy snack, vegetarian recipe, game day food