Description
Transform your snack game with this flavorful Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe! Embracing the bold, spicy notes of traditional buffalo wings, this dish offers a healthier twist that’s perfect for any occasion—from game day gatherings to casual weeknight dinners. The air fryer creates perfectly crispy cauliflower bites without the excess oil, making them a guilt-free indulgence. Whether you serve them as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce or toss them into tacos or salads, these spicy cauliflower bites are sure to impress everyone at the table. Quick to prepare and easy to clean up, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking delicious plant-based options.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head of cauliflower
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 cup buffalo sauce
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter – melted
Instructions
- Cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Coat the cauliflower florets in the batter and shake off excess.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange coated cauliflower in a single layer and air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Mix buffalo sauce with melted butter in a small bowl.
- Toss cooked cauliflower in the buffalo sauce and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg