Ingredients
Cauliflower
- 1 medium head of cauliflower – cut into bite-sized florets
Batter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Sauce
- 3/4 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter – melted
Other
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Make the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth. The batter should be thick enough to coat the cauliflower but still pourable.
- Coat the Cauliflower: Add the cauliflower florets to the batter, ensuring each piece is fully coated. Shake off any excess batter before placing them in the air fryer.
- Air Fry the Cauliflower: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the battered cauliflower florets in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding. Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the Buffalo Sauce: While the cauliflower cooks, mix the buffalo sauce with the melted butter in a small bowl.
- Toss the Cauliflower in Buffalo Sauce: Once cooked, transfer the cauliflower to a large bowl and pour the buffalo sauce over it. Toss thoroughly until each floret is evenly coated.
- Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce such as ranch or blue cheese.
Notes
- Ensure cauliflower florets are uniformly sized to cook evenly.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to maintain crispiness.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of buffalo sauce depending on your spice preference.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and briefly air fried again to restore crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian