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cauliflower bites

Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower Bites tossed in a delicious buffalo sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or a healthy snack that's gluten-free and vegetarian.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cauliflower Bites
  • 4 cups cauliflower florets ~1 medium head
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup blanched superfine almond meal
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
Buffalo Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter
  • 0.5 cup Frank's RedHot Original Hot Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. First, prepare cauliflower by cutting it into small, bite-sized florets.
  2. Next, place almond meal, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper into a medium bowl and whisk to combine. Whisk 2 eggs in another medium bowl.
  3. Prepare cauliflower bites by tossing cauliflower pieces in the egg wash to fully coat them. Then, place a couple of pieces of cauliflower into the almond meal bowl at a time. Use a spoon to carefully spoon the mixture on top of the cauliflower, coating it fully. Repeat until all cauliflower is coated in the mixture.
Air Frying and Serving
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 370ºF and spray the pan with nonstick cooking spray. Once preheated, place half of your cauliflower bites onto the bottom of the pan and spray the tops with nonstick cooking spray. You'll need to cook these in 2 separate batches.
  2. Air fry cauliflower bites at 370ºF (or 375ºF depending on your air fryer model) for 12-15 minutes, tossing halfway through. They are done when they begin to brown and crisp up.
  3. While your bites are air frying, prepare the buffalo sauce. Melt 3 tablespoons of butter and then mix it with Frank's RedHot Original Hot Sauce and honey. Stir to combine thoroughly.
  4. Once your cauliflower bites are done air frying, toss them immediately in the prepared buffalo sauce until well coated.
  5. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch or blue cheese.

Notes

These air fryer cauliflower bites are a fantastic healthy alternative to traditional wings. Adjust the amount of hot sauce for your preferred spice level. For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the almond meal mixture!