An air fryer makes quick work of cauliflower for a crispy outside and tender inside.
You won’t be able to stop eating this spicy, delicious appetizer.
Im generally a traditionalist when it comes to chicken wings.
Nick Evans
Give me the classic, just!
This version is a riff on my normalair fryer crispy cauliflower.
Why Make Buffalo Cauliflower in an Air Fryer?
Nick Evans
In short, its easier than a full on deep fryer and definitely healthier!
I was amazed at how crispy and wonderful the finished florets get.
It almost seems like a cheat code.
Nick Evans
The buffalo sauce I used is a really classic mix of hot sauce, butter, and spices.
It tastes like game day to me and goes surprisingly well with cauliflower.
No Air Fryer?
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Make Buffalo Cauliflower in your Oven!
Baking this cauliflower is absolutely an option.
Start checking the florets at the 30 minute mark.
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Its a classic for a reason: its delicious!
Dealing With Leftovers
If you do have leftovers, dont toss them though!
I wouldnt microwave the leftovers!
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Then add a light coating of sauce to the cauliflower and roast for another 5 minutes.
Then serve while warm with extra sauce.
Its easiest to start near the base of the cauliflower and work your way toward the center.
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In a bowl large enough to hold the florets, whisk together 2 eggs and 1/4 cup of water.
Add the florets to the egg mixture.
Use a slotted spoon to stir the florets making sure each is well coated.
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Remove the florets from the egg mixture and add them to the breadcrumbs.
Toss them around until they are well coated.
Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray.
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Place the breaded florets in a single layer in the basket.
Try not to crowd them.
Set the air fryer to 350 F and fry the cauliflower for 7 minutes.
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Flip each floret and fry for another 7 minutes.
Transfer to a platter.
Repeat this process until all the cauliflower have been fried.
Dunk the florets of breaded and fried cauliflower one at time with a light coat of sauce.
Return the pieces to the air fryer in a single layer and fry for another 4 minutes.
Transfer to a platter.
Repeat the frying process with all your florets.
Serve the florets warm with blue cheese sauce, leftover buffalo sauce, and vegetables on the side.
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