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Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower: Crispy, Guilt-Free Goodness

Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower is a tasty keto-friendly snack, delivering bold flavors and guilt-free satisfaction in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower Bites
  • 1 head Cauliflower Substitute with broccoli if desired.
  • 1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Sauce Other hot sauces may alter taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter, melted Use olive oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh garlic can be used sparingly.
For the Crispy Coating
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Arrowroot starch can be used for gluten-free.
For the Blue Cheese Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Crumbled blue cheese Can be substituted with feta or omitted.
  • 1/4 cup Sour cream Greek yogurt is a lower-calorie substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Step 1: Prep the Cauliflower - Rinse the cauliflower under cold water and cut it into bite-sized florets.
  2. Step 2: Mix Sauce - Combine melted butter and Frank’s RedHot Sauce in a bowl, stirring until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Coat Cauliflower - Toss the cauliflower florets with the buffalo sauce mixture until thoroughly coated.
  4. Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients - Mix together cornstarch, garlic powder, and kosher salt, then sprinkle over the coated cauliflower.
  5. Step 5: Air Fry - Preheat air fryer to 400°F and cook the cauliflower for 15-20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  6. Step 6: Prepare Dressing - Whisk crumbled blue cheese, sour cream, buttermilk, and mayonnaise until smooth.
  7. Step 7: Serve - Plate the crispy buffalo cauliflower with the blue cheese dressing for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy immediately for the best taste, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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