This buffalo cauliflower recipe is an irresistible game day appetizer! Bite sized cauliflower pieces are tossed with a spicy, flavorful sauce then baked until caramelized with crisp edges.
Prep Time: 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 30 minutesminutes
Total Time: 40 minutesminutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
¼cupall-purpose
2Tablespoonscornstarch
1 ¼teaspoon garlic powder
½teaspoonKosher salt, to taste
Freshly cracked pepper
¼cupwater, as needed
1headcauliflower , chopped and florets sliced lengthwise (about 7 cups)
Preheat the oven to 425ºF. Set aside a baking sheet.
In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the water until a smooth batter forms. Add the cauliflower florets and toss until coated. Drizzle with olive oil.
Pour onto the baking sheet. Cook 15 minutes. Flip and cook an additional 10 minutes.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the hot sauce and butter.
Remove cauliflower from the oven and add to the hot sauce mixture. Toss carefully until well coated. Return to the baking sheet. Cook an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cauliflower is crispy around the edges.
Enjoy warm with ranch dressing, celery, and carrots, if desired.
Notes
Variation: For a more roasted cauliflower flavor, toss the cauliflower with 3 Tablespoons cornstarch, 1 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt, and pepper. Drizzle with 2 to 3 Tablespoons olive oil. Bake as directed. Storage: Store leftovers in a covered container up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer or in the oven until warm. *Please note nutrition label does not include dressing, celery, or carrot sticks.