Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
A healthier and delicious alternative to buffalo wings, this crispy cauliflower dish is packed with bold flavors and perfect for snacking or as an appetizer.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 medium Head of Cauliflower cut into bite-sized florets
- 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 0.75 cup Buffalo Sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted Butter melted
Instructions
- Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a smooth batter.
- Coat the cauliflower florets in the batter, ensuring each piece is evenly covered. Shake off any excess batter.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes and lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Place the battered cauliflower florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- While the cauliflower is cooking, mix buffalo sauce with melted butter in a small bowl.
- Once the cauliflower is golden brown and crispy, transfer it to a large bowl and toss with the buffalo sauce mixture until well coated.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.