This vegetarian appetizer or side dish goes great with Sour Cream and Chive Dip. Crispy buffalo cauliflower bites are prepared in the air fryer for an easy appetizer or game day snack. The hot buttery sauce pairs beautifully with your favorite creamy dip! This best air fryer buffalo cauliflower wings recipe is a delicious step up from this crispy air fryer cauliflower recipe. It is a no breading recipe and all you need to do is prepare a simple batter, air fry, then toss in the buttery sauce and air fry again! Thanks to the circulation of the hot air from the air fryer, the cauliflower are perfectly cooked inside and crispy outside. I love using my air fryer to make all sort of delicious snacks and sides. It is a little lighter alternative to deep frying and is quicker than oven-baked. You might like to try these other air fryer recipes
Why you will love this recipe
Simple recipe
Its crazy good for those who love spicy food and are a fan of all things cauliflower!
Delicious buffalo cauliflower that’s great on game day as finger food or added to wraps or even salads
Air-fried Buffalo Cauliflower Ingredients
Cauliflower All purpose flour – alternatively use gluten-free flour to make this recipe wheat-free Cornstarch – helps to keep the batter crispy Garlic powder or granules Paprika – alternatively, use chili powder Milk – alternatively, use buttermilk or kefir – use vegan milk to make this recipe dairy-free Black pepper and salt Hot sauce – a common brand is Frank’s red hot sauce but you can use any other Maple syrup Butter – use a vegan alternative or oil Oil – cooking spray oil or ordinary oil such as olive oil
How to make Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Wash and drain a cauliflower head then chop into equal sized florets. In a large mixing bowl, add the plain flour and cornstarch. Tip in the spices and milk or liquid of choice. Whisk until smooth. Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil spray or brush with oil . Alternavitely use parchment paper. Dip each floret into the batter and place in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to work in batches. Air Fry at 200 C for around 6-7 minutes. The cauliflower should be partially cooked only and just beginning to turn golden brown. Meanwhile, prepare the hot sauce. In a bowl, add the got sauce, maple syrup and butter. If you do not have melted butter, you may want to warm the miture in the microwave or stove top. Remove the cauliflower from the basket and coat in the hot sauce. Air fry the coated cauliflower again at 200 C for 4-5 minutes or until crispy.
Pro Tips
Adjust spices and seasoning according to your preference Note that large florets may take longer to cook. Smaller florets will have a lower cook time Ensure cauliflower is dry before adding the batter – the extra water will cause the cauliflower to become soggy Do not overcrowd the basket as this causes the vegetable to steam rather than crisp up. For liquid to prepare batter – note that milk is thin so you may not need to add as much. Buttermilk and kefir is thicker so you may need more to make a smooth batter. Aim for a pancake batter consistency as anything looser simply falls off in the air fryer basket.
Serving Suggestion
Serve buffalo cauliflower wings as finger food with your favorite dipping sauce or go with one of these popular dips! Ranch – use vegan mayo to make it a vegan ranch dressing Blue cheese dressing Garlic Yogurt Sauce Prepare celery sticks and carrot batons on the side. The cauliflower goes great served in a wrap with salad leaves, sauce and shirazi salad Try them in tacos with this Mango Pico de Gallo
Storage
Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower is best enjoyed immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the air fryer.
Other Cauliflower recipes
Mashed Cauliflower Vegan Cauliflower Korma Roasted Thai Cauliflower Soup Air Fryer Cauliflower Manchurian Tandoori Cauliflower Chickpea Tacos Air Fryer Cauliflower Cheese – a creamy British classic that is perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas As always if you make this recipe, be sure to leave me a comment, rate this recipe and tag me on Instagram @jcookingodyssey or #jcookingodyssey. I love seeing all your photos of my recipe recreations! Don’t forget to follow me on social media using the buttons below – I can’t wait to see you all there!
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