Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Recipe
Marinated, crispy, bite size cauliflower pieces fried to perfection and tossed in our buffalo sauce and served with your choice of blue cheese or ranch dressing.
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Ingredients
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Cauliflower Bites
Buffalo Sauce
Dipping Sauce
Method
Cauliflower Bites Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Cauliflower
Cut the cauliflower head into bite-sized florets and set aside.
- 2
Make the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and water. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
- 3
Coat the Cauliflower
Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Cauliflower
Carefully add the coated cauliflower florets to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Buffalo Sauce Preparation
- 6
Melt the Butter
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- 7
- 8
Toss the Cauliflower
In a large bowl, combine the fried cauliflower bites with the buffalo sauce and toss until evenly coated.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Bites
Serve the buffalo cauliflower bites hot, alongside a cup of blue cheese dressing for dipping.