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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe

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This Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower recipe offers a delicious and healthier take on classic buffalo wings, using crispy cauliflower florets coated in a spicy buffalo sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or snack, it delivers bold, tangy flavor with a satisfying crunch, made effortlessly in the air fryer for less oil and quicker cooking.

Ingredients

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Cauliflower

  • 1 medium head of cauliflower – cut into bite-sized florets

Batter

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 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

Buffalo Sauce

  • 3/4 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter – melted

Others

  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking.
  2. Make the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth. The batter should be thick enough to coat the cauliflower but still pourable.
  3. Coat the Cauliflower: Add the cauliflower florets to the batter, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Shake off any excess batter before placing them in the air fryer.
  4. Air Fry the Cauliflower: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the battered cauliflower florets in a single layer in the basket, without overcrowding. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until golden brown and crispy.
  5. Prepare the Buffalo Sauce: While the cauliflower is cooking, mix the buffalo sauce with the melted butter in a small bowl.
  6. Toss the Cauliflower in Buffalo Sauce: Once the cauliflower is done, place it in a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the cauliflower and toss until each floret is evenly coated.
  7. Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce such as ranch or blue cheese, and celery sticks on the side.

Notes

  • Cauliflower Size: Cut the cauliflower into similar-sized florets to ensure even cooking.
  • Buffalo Sauce: Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce according to your spice preference. For a milder version, mix the buffalo sauce with additional butter.
  • Crispiness: For extra crispy cauliflower, air fry the coated florets for an additional 2-3 minutes before tossing in the sauce.
  • Serving Suggestion: Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or side dish, pairs well with cooling dips like ranch or blue cheese.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer to retain crispiness.

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