Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
- 1/2 cup water or plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
Instructions
- Wash and cut the cauliflower into evenly sized bite-sized florets for uniform cooking.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Dip each cauliflower piece into the batter, ensuring full coverage, then shake off excess batter.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place battered cauliflower in a single layer in the basket.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking or turning halfway through for even crispiness.
- Transfer crispy cauliflower to a bowl and toss with warm buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Return to the air fryer and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes to set the sauce and enhance crispiness.
Notes
- Thaw frozen cauliflower if using, and drain excess moisture for best results.
- Adjust spice level by using milder or hotter buffalo sauce.
- For vegan options, use vegan buffalo sauce and gluten-free flour.
- Serve immediately with dips like ranch or blue cheese dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan option available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg