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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Recipe

Air fryer recipes have changed the game in home cooking. They make it simple to make crispy, flavorful dishes with less oil. This recipe turns cauliflower into a delicious, guilt-free snack that everyone will love.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium cauliflower head about 600 g, cut into florets
  • 100 g all-purpose flour
  • 50 g cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon 3 g garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon 3 g onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon 1 g smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon 3 g salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon 1 g black pepper
  • 120 ml water or as needed to make the batter
  • 2 tablespoons 30 g unsalted butter, melted
  • 100 ml buffalo hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon 15 g olive oil (for drizzling)

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Whisk or spoon for mixing the batter
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Basting brush (optional, for applying buffalo sauce)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Cauliflower – Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Pat the florets dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture, which helps them get crispy.
  2. Make the Batter – In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Slowly add water, stirring until a smooth batter forms that’s thick enough to coat the cauliflower.
  3. Coat the Cauliflower – Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, making sure to coat them evenly. Shake off any excess batter.
  4. Air Fry the Cauliflower – Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or drizzle the cauliflower with a bit of olive oil. Arrange the battered cauliflower florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if needed. Air fry for 15-18 minutes, shaking halfway through to ensure even crisping.
  5. Prepare the Buffalo Sauce – While the cauliflower is cooking, combine the melted butter and buffalo sauce in a small bowl. Once the cauliflower is crispy and golden, remove it from the air fryer.
  6. Toss in Sauce – Drizzle the hot buffalo sauce over the crispy cauliflower and toss to coat. For extra heat, feel free to add more buffalo sauce.