Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCorto LimaBuffalo Cauliflower Recipe

Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe

Inspired by Corto Lima
Time1h
Serves4

served with ranch dressing

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Ingredients

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Cauliflower

Method

Cauliflower Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). This ensures that the cauliflower will roast properly and become crispy.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cauliflower

    Remove the leaves from the cauliflower head and cut it into bite-sized florets. Make sure they are of uniform size for even cooking.

  3. 3

    Season the Cauliflower

    In a large bowl, combine the cauliflower florets with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the cauliflower is well coated.

  4. 4

    Bake the Cauliflower

    Spread the seasoned cauliflower florets onto a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.

  5. 5

    Coat with Buffalo Sauce

    Remove the cauliflower from the oven and place it in a clean bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the hot cauliflower and toss to coat evenly.

  6. 6

    Return to Oven

    Return the coated cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes to set the buffalo sauce.

Ranch Dressing Preparation

  1. 7

    Mix Dressing Ingredients

    In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 8

    Whisk Until Smooth

    Using a whisk, mix all the ingredients until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  3. 9

    Chill the Dressing

    Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

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