Description
These Buffalo Cauliflower Bites are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional buffalo wings. Perfect for game day or as a party appetizer, these spicy and flavorful bites are sure to be a hit with everyone!
Ingredients
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Cauliflower Bites:
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Buffalo Sauce:
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
For Serving:
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing
- Carrots and celery sticks
Instructions
- Preheat oven: To 450°F. Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare batter: In a large bowl, whisk flour, water, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add cauliflower to the batter and coat evenly.
- Bake cauliflower: Spread cauliflower on the baking sheet in a single layer with space between them. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until lightly browned.
- Make buffalo sauce: In a small bowl, mix hot sauce, melted butter, and lemon juice. Brush the sauce on the cauliflower.
- Continue baking: Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes until browned.
- Serve: Hot with ranch dressing, celery, and carrot sticks.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the cauliflower for a few minutes at the end.
- Adjust the hot sauce to your preferred level of spiciness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
