Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
These Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are a lighter, plant-based twist on the classic buffalo wings, featuring a spicy kick and crispy exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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- 1 head cauliflower
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Remove the leaves and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- Whisk the Batter: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt.
- Coat the Cauliflower: Dip each floret into the batter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake the Cauliflower: Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the Buffalo Sauce: Combine the buffalo sauce and olive oil in a separate bowl.
- Toss and Re-Bake: Toss the baked cauliflower in the buffalo sauce mixture and return to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy!: Serve hot as an appetizer or snack.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider air frying the cauliflower instead of baking and double coat the florets.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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