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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

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Crispy, golden cauliflower florets coated in a bold and tangy buffalo sauce, made easily in the air fryer for a lighter snack, appetizer, or side dish.

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • Cooking spray, as needed

Instructions

  1. Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, keeping them roughly the same size for even cooking.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until a smooth batter forms.
  3. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, coating it evenly.
  4. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and arrange the coated cauliflower in a single layer.
  5. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for about 12 minutes, or until the florets begin to crisp.
  6. Meanwhile, stir together the buffalo sauce and melted butter in a bowl.
  7. Transfer the partially cooked cauliflower to the bowl and toss gently to coat in the buffalo sauce mixture.
  8. Return the coated cauliflower to the air fryer and cook for another 5 to 7 minutes, until crispy and caramelized.
  9. Serve immediately with ranch, blue cheese dressing, or garlic yogurt dip if desired.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, sprinkle or coat the battered cauliflower with panko breadcrumbs before air frying.
  • To make it gluten-free, replace the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour or rice flour.
  • For a milder flavor, mix the buffalo sauce with extra butter or a little yogurt.
  • You can make a sweet and spicy version by adding a little honey to the buffalo sauce.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 4 to 5 minutes to restore crispiness.
  • Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket so the cauliflower stays crispy.
  • To bake instead, cook on a lined baking sheet at 425°F (220°C) for about 25 minutes, flipping halfway through, then toss with sauce and bake a few minutes more.

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