Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cauliflower head, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 cup buffalo hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Celery sticks, for serving
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and water to create a batter.
- Dip cauliflower florets into the batter, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Place coated florets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Spray lightly with olive oil.
- Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking halfway through, until crispy and golden.
- In a bowl, toss cooked cauliflower with buffalo hot sauce and a little olive oil.
- Serve hot with celery sticks and dipping sauces.
Notes
- Use fresh cauliflower for best results.
- Adjust spice level by varying hot sauce quantities.
- Can be made vegan by using plant-based batter and sauces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Air frying, coating, tossing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan option possible
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 cauliflower bites with dipping sauce
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
