Description
This Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower recipe offers a spicy, crispy, and healthier alternative to traditional buffalo wings. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, the cauliflower is coated in a flavorful buffalo sauce and cooked to perfection in the air fryer for a guilt-free treat that’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to heat up while you prepare the cauliflower. This ensures even cooking and crispiness.
- Prepare the Cauliflower: In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets, olive oil, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together thoroughly until the florets are evenly coated with the seasoning and sauce.
- Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Spread the coated cauliflower florets in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to allow proper air circulation for crisp cooking.
- Air Fry the Cauliflower: Cook the florets for 15-20 minutes at 400°F, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking process to ensure they cook evenly and achieve a golden, crispy texture.
- Serve: Carefully remove the hot buffalo cauliflower from the air fryer and serve immediately. Pair with ranch or blue cheese dressing for a delicious dipping experience.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can spray a little additional olive oil on the cauliflower before cooking.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce based on your preferred spice level.
- Make sure the cauliflower florets are similar in size for even cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer for best texture.
