Description
This Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower recipe offers a delicious and healthy twist on classic buffalo wings, using cauliflower florets coated in a zesty buffalo sauce and perfectly cooked in an air fryer for a crispy, flavorful bite. Ideal as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, it’s quick to prepare and packed with bold spices.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower and Sauce
- 1 medium head of cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat to ensure the cauliflower cooks evenly and crisps up beautifully.
- Prepare the Cauliflower: In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with olive oil, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss thoroughly until the cauliflower is evenly coated with the spicy sauce and seasoning.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the coated cauliflower florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to allow air circulation for optimal crispiness.
- Cook the Cauliflower: Air fry the cauliflower at 400°F for 15-20 minutes. Remember to shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure all sides get crispy and evenly cooked.
- Serve: Carefully remove the buffalo cauliflower from the air fryer and serve hot. Pair with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping to balance the heat.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, consider lightly dusting the cauliflower with cornstarch before tossing with the buffalo sauce.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce according to your desired spice level.
- To make it vegan, ensure the buffalo sauce is dairy-free and skip any dairy-based dipping sauces or substitute with vegan alternatives.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes to restore crispiness.
