Description
Crispy, spicy, and irresistibly delicious air-fried buffalo cauliflower perfect for snacking or serving as a lighter appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower – cut into bite-sized florets
- 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
- 3/4 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter – melted
- Cooking spray
Instructions
1. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, keeping pieces uniform for even cooking.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Add the cauliflower florets to the batter, ensuring each piece is fully coated; shake off excess batter.
4. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
5. Place battered florets in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding; cook in batches if needed.
6. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
7. Mix the buffalo sauce with the melted butter in a small bowl.
8. Transfer cooked cauliflower to a large bowl and toss with the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
9. Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks.
Notes
Cut cauliflower into similarly sized florets for even cooking.
Adjust buffalo sauce to taste; add more butter for a milder version.
For extra crispiness, air fry an additional 2–3 minutes before adding sauce.
Serve as an appetizer, snack, or side dish with cooling dips.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat in the air fryer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg