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Air fryer buffalo cauliflower.
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5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Crispy air fryer buffalo cauliflower is a tasty snack that’s healthy too! Cauliflower is tossed with hot sauce then cooked in the air fryer.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer buffalo cauliflower
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 434kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower
  • ½ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ cup hot sauce Frank’s RedHot or Cholula
  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon worcestershire sauce

To serve:

  • 1 cup ranch or bleu cheese dressing

Instructions

  • Chop or break apart the cauliflower into 1 to 1 ½ inch sized pieces.
    1 large head cauliflower
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika and salt. Set aside.
    ½ cup all purpose flour, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the hot sauce, butter, vinegar and worcestershire sauce. Add the cauliflower pieces, tossing to coat evenly.
    ½ cup hot sauce, 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar, ½ teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cauliflower into the seasoned flour mixture. Toss to coat.
  • Line the basket of the airfryer with the cauliflower pieces, leaving a small space in between so they don’t stick together.
  • Bake at 375 F for 12 to 15 minutes until they are lightly brown and crispy. Depending on the size of your air fryer, it may be necessary to bake these in separate batches.
  • Serve with your choice of dressing.
    1 cup ranch or bleu cheese dressing

Notes

  • Cut cauliflower into even-sized pieces for consistent cooking.
  • Leave space in the air fryer basket for better crisping.
  • Toss with extra buffalo sauce after cooking for stronger flavor.
  • Serve immediately for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 434kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 1970mg | Potassium: 559mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 581IU | Vitamin C: 92mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 2mg