Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
These spicy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites deliver heat and flavor, perfect for a bold appetizer or snack. Enjoy the satisfying crunch accompanied by a tangy dipping sauce.
Ingredients
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- 1head cauliflower
- 8 Tbspall-purpose flour, can substitute with gluten-free flour
- 8 Tbspcornstarch
- 1 tspgarlic powder
- 1 tsponion powder
- 1/2 tsppaprika
- 1/2 tspsalt
- 8 Tbspwater, adjust for consistency as needed
- 8 Tbspbuffalo sauce, adjust to taste
- 2 Tbspolive oil
- 4 Tbspblue cheese or ranch dressing, for dipping
- 2 Tbspfresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Directions
- Step 1: Prepare the Cauliflower
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and set aside.
- Step 2: Make the Batter
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and water until smooth.
SPONSOREDAd slot - Step 3: Coat the Cauliflower
Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it is well-coated, and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 4: Bake the Cauliflower
Drizzle the coated cauliflower with olive oil and bake for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Step 5: Toss in Buffalo Sauce
Remove the florets from the oven and toss them in the buffalo sauce until completely coated.
- Step 6: Final Bake
Return the sauced cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for another 5-10 minutes to set the sauce.
- Step 7: Serve
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot with blue cheese or ranch dressing on the side for dipping.