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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower for Guilt-Free Snacking

Enjoy this Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower as a healthier, guilt-free alternative to classic buffalo wings, perfect for satisfying cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower Bites
  • 1 large head Cauliflower Cut into bite-size florets.
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Sauce Or your preferred hot sauce.
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Melted; olive oil can be used as a lighter alternative.
  • 1.5 tablespoons Cornstarch For extra crispiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Reduce if mindful of sodium.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be a substitute.
For the Blue Cheese Dip
  • 1/4 cup Blue Cheese Crumble for tangy flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Sour Cream Plain yogurt can be a substitute.
  • 2 tablespoons Buttermilk Replace with milk mixed with a splash of vinegar if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Greek yogurt can create a healthier version.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by cutting a large head of cauliflower into bite-size florets, rinse, and dry them thoroughly.
  2. In a bowl, mix together 3 tablespoons of melted butter and 1/2 cup of Frank’s RedHot sauce.
  3. Toss the cauliflower florets in the buffalo sauce mixture, ensuring they are evenly covered.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 1½ tablespoons of cornstarch, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
  5. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for about 5 minutes. Arrange the cauliflower florets in a single layer in the basket and cook for 15 minutes.
  6. While the cauliflower is frying, mix together 1/4 cup of crumbled blue cheese, 1/4 cup of sour cream, 2 tablespoons of buttermilk, and 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise.
  7. Once the cauliflower is crispy, carefully remove it from the air fryer and serve with the creamy dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best taste and texture; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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