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Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites: An Incredible 7-Step Recipe


  • Author: Chef Mia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

– 1 medium head of cauliflower
– 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
– 1 cup water
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)


Instructions

Creating Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites is straightforward if you follow these steps:

1. Prepare the Cauliflower: Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower. Cut it into bite-sized florets.
2. Make the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
3. Coat the Cauliflower: Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it’s fully coated. Let the excess batter drip off.
4. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
5. Arrange in the Air Fryer: Place the coated cauliflower florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding for even cooking.
6. Cook: Air fry the cauliflower bites for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even crisping.
7. Add Buffalo Sauce: Once cooked, transfer the cauliflower bites to a large bowl. Drizzle with buffalo sauce and toss until well coated.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 150 kcal
  • Fat: 7g
  • Protein: 5g