Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Recipe
Make Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Batter
Buffalo Sauce
Garnish (optional)
Method
Preparation of Cauliflower
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) to ensure that the cauliflower bites become crispy.
- 2
Prepare Cauliflower
Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower head. Cut it into bite-sized florets, ensuring they are similar in size for even cooking.
Making the Batter
- 3
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Add Water
Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, whisking until you form a smooth batter.
Coating Cauliflower
- 5
Dip Cauliflower in Batter
Take each cauliflower floret and dip it into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess batter.
Baking the Cauliflower Bites
- 6
Arrange on Baking Sheet
Place the coated cauliflower bites on a parchment-lined baking sheet, making sure they are not touching each other for even baking.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
Making Buffalo Sauce
- 8
Melt Butter
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.
- 9
Coating with Sauce
- 10
Toss Cauliflower Bites in Sauce
Once the cauliflower bites are baked, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the baked cauliflower and toss until well coated.
Serving
- 11
Serve
Serve the buffalo cauliflower bites warm, garnished with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing if desired.
