Description
These Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional buffalo wings. They are coated in a crispy batter, baked to perfection, and then tossed in a tangy buffalo sauce. Perfect for game day or as a flavorful appetizer.
Ingredients
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Batter:
- 1 large head cauliflower cut into florets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Buffalo Sauce:
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
For Serving:
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing
- Carrots and celery sticks
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 450°F and prepare a baking sheet.
- Make batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat cauliflower in the batter.
- Bake cauliflower: Spread cauliflower on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until browned.
- Prepare buffalo sauce: Mix hot sauce, melted butter, and lemon juice. Brush over baked cauliflower.
- Finish baking: Return cauliflower to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes until browned.
- Serve: Serve hot with ranch dressing, carrots, and celery.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
- Substitutes: Use almond flour for gluten-free or vegan butter for a vegan option. Customize spices to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 127 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 864mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 7mg
