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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe

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Enjoy the spicy kick of classic buffalo wings in a healthier, vegetarian version with this Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower recipe. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a tangy buffalo sauce, these cauliflower bites are perfect for game day or as a flavorful appetizer.

Ingredients

Batter:

  • 1 large cauliflower, chopped into equal-sized florets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 cup milk (such as soy milk)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Buffalo Sauce:

  • 1 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s Buffalo hot sauce)
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, milk, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Moving quickly, dip cauliflower florets into the batter until fully coated. Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

  3. Cooking: Air fry at 200°C/400°F for 13-15 minutes until crispy and golden.
  4. Buffalo Sauce: While cauliflower cooks, mix hot sauce and melted butter until smooth.
  5. Once cauliflower is crispy, toss in the buffalo sauce until coated. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can adjust the hot sauce to butter ratio to suit your spice preference.
  • For a vegan option, use plant-based milk and dairy-free butter.