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A vibrant plate of crispy buffalo cauliflower bites arranged neatly on a white ceramic plate. The cauliflower florets are golden brown with a slightly crispy coating, drizzled with spicy buffalo sauce that glistens under soft natural light. The background features a rustic wooden table with a few celery sticks and a small bowl of ranch dressing, styled casually, with textures highlighting the crunch and saucy glossiness of the cauliflower.

Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Easy Vegetarian Snack

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A flavorful vegetarian snack featuring crispy cauliflower coated in buffalo sauce, perfect for a quick appetizer or snack.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Celery sticks and ranch dressing for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, water, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create a batter.
  3. Dip cauliflower florets into the batter, ensuring an even coating.
  4. Arrange the coated florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer and spray lightly with olive oil.
  5. Air fry for 15 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  6. Toss the cooked cauliflower in buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
  7. Serve immediately with celery sticks and ranch dressing.

Notes

  • You can adjust the spice level by adding more buffalo sauce or hot sauce.
  • For extra crunch, add a sprinkle of panko bread crumbs before air frying.
  • Best enjoyed immediately for maximum crispiness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Air frying, Tossing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan option possible

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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