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Vegetarian Buffalo Cauliflower Bites in the Air Fryer

Ignite your taste buds with our Fiery Crunch—Vegetarian Buffalo Cauliflower Bites in the Air Fryer. These spicy and crispy bites capture the essence of buffalo wings, but with a plant-based twist. The air fryer transforms cauliflower into golden nuggets of fiery goodness, ensuring each bite is a flavorful and guilt-free delight.
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Vegetarian Buffalo Cauliflower Bites in the Air Fryer offer a meat-free alternative to the classic buffalo wings, delivering a punch of flavor and crunch. The cauliflower florets are coated in a fiery buffalo sauce and air-fried to perfection, resulting in a snack that's both satisfying and addictive. Whether enjoyed as a game-day treat or a party appetizer, these bites are sure to impress both vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike.

Ingredients

1 medium-sized cauliflower, cut into florets
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
Cooking spray
1/2 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
2 tablespoons melted butter (or vegan butter for a plant-based option)
Optional: Celery sticks and ranch dressing for serving
4 Servings

Prep Time:

00 Hrs 15 Mins

Cook Time:

00 Hrs 15 Mins

Total TIme:

0 Hrs 0 Mins

Directions

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Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.

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In a bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a batter.

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Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it is evenly coated.

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Shake off any excess batter and place the coated cauliflower florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching.

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Lightly spray the cauliflower with cooking spray.

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Air fry the cauliflower for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping the florets halfway through the cooking time for even crispiness.

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While the cauliflower is air frying, mix together buffalo sauce and melted butter in a bowl.

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Once the cauliflower is golden and crispy, transfer it to a large bowl.

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Pour the buffalo sauce mixture over the cauliflower and toss until the florets are evenly coated.

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Return the coated cauliflower to the air fryer for an additional 3-5 minutes to allow the sauce to set.

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Check the cauliflower for crispiness and adjust the cooking time if needed.

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Remove the Vegetarian Buffalo Cauliflower Bites from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes.

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Serve the Fiery Crunch Bites hot, optionally with celery sticks and ranch dressing on the side.

Tips for this recipe

Adjust the level of spiciness by modifying the amount of buffalo sauce or adding hot sauce to the butter mixture.

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