Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Galley: A St. Pete TavernBuffalo Cauliflower Recipe

Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe

Time50m
Serves4

Make Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Garnish (optional)

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C) to ensure a crispy texture for the cauliflower.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cauliflower

    Remove the leaves and stem from the cauliflower head. Cut it into bite-sized florets.

Breading the Cauliflower

  1. 3

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 4

    Add Water

    Gradually add water to the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.

  3. 5

    Coat the Cauliflower

    Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess batter.

Baking

  1. 6

    Arrange on Baking Sheet

    Place the coated cauliflower florets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, ensuring they are spaced out evenly.

  2. 7

    Bake the Cauliflower

    Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.

Making the Buffalo Sauce

  1. 8

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the hot sauce and garlic powder. Stir until well combined.

  2. 9

    Coat Cauliflower

    Once the cauliflower is baked, remove it from the oven and toss it in the buffalo sauce until fully coated.

Serving

  1. 10

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve the buffalo cauliflower hot, garnished with celery sticks and a side of blue cheese dressing for dipping.

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