Description
Indulge in the bold and spicy flavors of Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower, a delightful and healthier alternative to traditional buffalo wings. This plant-based dish combines the satisfying crunch of crispy cauliflower with rich buffalo sauce, making it a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion. With the air fryer, you can achieve that coveted crispiness in just 15 minutes while using significantly less oil. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or enjoying a cozy night in, these flavorful bites are sure to please everyone at your table.
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 (melted)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Cut the cauliflower into uniform bite-sized florets.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to form a thick batter.
- Coat each cauliflower floret in the batter, shaking off excess.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray and arrange the battered florets in a single layer.
- Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through until golden and crispy.
- Combine buffalo sauce and melted butter in a bowl and toss cooked cauliflower until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 152
- Sugar: 0.9g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 5.7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg