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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Crispy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower: A Flavorful Snack Delight

Try this Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower recipe for a crunchy, spicy delight that's perfect for sharing and guilt-free snacking.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower Fresh is best, but you can use frozen if well-thawed and dried.
For the Coating
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for achieving crispiness.
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo Sauce Adjust according to desired heat level.
For the Seasoning Mix
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or Cilantro Adds freshness and color.

Equipment

  • air fryer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower
  1. Begin by carefully removing the leaves from a fresh cauliflower head, then cut it into uniform bite-sized florets. Rinse and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. Place the florets into a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Add garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika, tossing gently until evenly coated.
  3. Set your air fryer to preheat at 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
  4. Carefully place the seasoned cauliflower florets into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Air fry the cauliflower for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  6. Transfer the florets into a clean mixing bowl and drizzle with buffalo sauce, tossing gently until evenly coated.
  7. Serve hot and sprinkle with chopped parsley or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum crispiness, cook cauliflower in smaller batches and adjust buffalo sauce to prevent sogginess.

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