Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Buffalo Cauliflower bites for the big game!

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Buffalo Cauliflower Bites, a delicious app for the big game!

Cauliflower buffalo bites are a tasty, healthy, and versatile snack perfect for game days, parties or any other occasion. These wings are made from cauliflower and are seasoned with a blend of spices to create a delicious, spicy, and flavorful taste. They are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them a perfect snack. The best part? You can prepare them in an oven or air fryer, so you can enjoy them regardless of your cooking preferences. Additionally, these wings are not only vegan but are also gluten-free and oil-free, making them a healthier option for those who are conscious of their diet. With their spicy and flavorful taste, and crispy texture, these cauliflower buffalo wings are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional chicken wings.  These can be made with some store bought short cuts as well if you don’t need a gluten free dish you can use all purpose flower, or don’t want to make your own buffalo sauce there are several choices that fit the vegan lifestyle.

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
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Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

Recipe by ttrCourse: AppetizersCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

25

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Calories

120

kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 small/medium sized cauliflower cut into small bite sized florets

  • .5 cup brown rice flour or gluten free flour if you wish

  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder

  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder

  • 1.5 Tsp Paprika

  • .5 Tsp Cumin

  • .5 Tsp Sea Salt

  • .25 Tsp Cayenne Pepper

  • .25 Tsp Black Pepper

  • .75 Cup of Unsweetened vegan milk of choice (I used cashew)

  • Buffalo Sauce Ingredients

  • .25 cup white vinegar

  • .25 cup of water

  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder

  • 1 Tsp Paprika

  • .25 Tsp Cayenne Pepper

  • .5 Tsp Sea Salt

  • 3 Tbsp Tomato Paste

Directions

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat your oven to 450 degrees F. (Or an air fryer can be used set to 390 degrees F.)
  • In a large bowl, place chopped cauliflower. In another bowl, mix flour and seasonings, then add the milk and stir until batter forms. Pour batter over cauliflower and mix until evenly coated.
  • Place your coated cauliflower on your prepared baking sheet, in a single layer and bake for 20 minutes. Flip them 10 minutes into the bake.. (If using an air fryer, set it to 20 minutes and pull the basket out and shake it about every 5 minutes.)
  • While that is cooking, prepare your buffalo sauce by adding all its ingredients to a small sauce pan. Whisk to combine and simmer over medium heat 3-5 minutes.
  • Remove the cauliflower from the oven, and coat the bites in your buffalo sauce. You can toss them or brush them. Tossing is much quicker, but may not be as even. Then return to the oven for 10-15 minutes, flipping again once halfway through. (If using the air fryer, cook another 10-15 minutes. Remember you want them to be good and crispy, but not burned!)

Notes

  • For best results lay your bites out on the tray evenly spaced after they are sauced when you are sending them back into the fryer or oven.