Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe
A spicy and crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower recipe that delivers all the zesty flavor of traditional buffalo wings in a healthy, vegetarian alternative. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, this recipe features tender cauliflower florets tossed in a flavorful buffalo sauce and air fried to golden perfection for a crunchy bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower:
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
Buffalo Sauce:
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
Optional:
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crunch)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to preheat for about 3-5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Toss Cauliflower with Sauce: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with melted butter and hot sauce. Mix thoroughly so each floret is evenly coated. If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the florets and gently toss to add extra crunch.
- Air Fry: Arrange the coated florets in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overcrowded. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket or stirring the florets halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning and crispiness.
- Serve: Once the cauliflower is crispy and slightly browned, remove from the air fryer. Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, omit the breadcrumbs or use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce and butter to suit your preferred spice level.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure the cauliflower crisps up nicely.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the air fryer for best texture.
- To make this recipe vegan, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative.
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