Crispy Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
These cauliflower bites are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, tossed in a zesty buffalo sauce that packs a punch. They make for a great snack or appetizer and can easily be served alongside celery sticks and blue cheese dressing for dipping.
- Total Time: 50
Ingredients
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- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- Cooking spray or oil for baking
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Coat the Cauliflower: Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off. Arrange the coated florets on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake: Spray the coated cauliflower bites with cooking spray or drizzle with oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Toss in Sauce: Remove the cauliflower from the oven and toss them in the buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
- Final Bake: Return the sauced cauliflower to the oven for an additional 10 minutes to set the sauce.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or blue cheese, and celery sticks.
Notes
Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 35
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Protein: 4g
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