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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

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  • Author: Florence
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower is a delicious, plant-based twist on traditional buffalo wings, perfect for game days, parties, or a healthy snack. This recipe features crispy cauliflower florets coated in a flavorful batter and tossed in spicy buffalo sauce, delivering all the crunch without the extra oil. Enjoy it as an appetizer, side dish, or even in tacos for a fun, versatile meal. With minimal prep time and easy-to-find ingredients, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Serve it with your favorite dipping sauces and watch it disappear!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 medium head of cauliflower
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a thick batter.
  4. Coat the cauliflower florets in the batter and shake off excess.
  5. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange the battered florets in a single layer.
  6. Air fry for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. In a separate bowl, mix buffalo sauce with melted butter and toss cooked cauliflower to coat evenly.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 3 oz (85g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg