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A vibrant plate of golden-brown buffalo cauliflower bites arranged neatly on a white platter, drizzled with spicy buffalo sauce, with fresh celery sticks and a side of creamy dipping sauce. The cauliflower bites have a crispy exterior with a hint of red sauce glistening, contrasted by the bright green celery and the white sauce in a small bowl.

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe

  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 22-25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy this crispy, spicy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower recipe—vegetarian buffalo wings with a kick. Perfect for snacks, parties, or game day, these cauliflower bites are coated in flavorful buffalo sauce and cooked to crispy perfection in your air fryer, making them a healthy and delicious alternative to traditional wings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 cup plant-based milk or regular milk
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or gluten-free alternative
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • Optional: chopped chives or parsley for garnish
  • Additional: cooking spray or olive oil spray

Instructions

  1. Wash the cauliflower and cut into bite-sized florets, ensuring even size for consistent cooking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and milk until smooth to create the batter.
  3. In a shallow dish, combine panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
  4. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray or olive oil spray.
  6. Arrange the coated cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Spray lightly with oil.
  7. Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even crispiness, until golden brown.
  8. While cooking, warm the buffalo sauce if needed. Transfer the cooked cauliflower to a bowl and toss with buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  9. Serve hot with dips like ranch or blue cheese, garnished with chopped chives or parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh cauliflower for better texture and flavor.
  • Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce based on your spice preference.
  • Double coating with batter and breadcrumbs can enhance crunchiness.
  • For extra crispiness, spray lightly with oil before air frying.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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