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Craving perfect Buffalo Cauliflower Bites (Spicy Vegetarian Wing Swap)

Buffalo Cauliflower Bites (Spicy Vegetarian Wing Swap)
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Spicy vegetarian bites that are a perfect swap for traditional buffalo wings, ideal for parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1 head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Optional: Ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
  • Optional: Celery sticks for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Gradually whisk in the cold water until you have a smooth batter. It should be thick enough to coat the cauliflower.
  4. Add the cauliflower florets to the batter and toss until well coated.
  5. Arrange the battered cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and lightly golden.
  7. While the cauliflower is baking, prepare the buffalo sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the hot sauce, melted butter, white vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Heat gently over low heat until warmed through.
  8. Once the cauliflower is baked, carefully transfer the florets to a large bowl.
  9. Pour the buffalo sauce over the cauliflower and toss gently to coat each piece evenly.
  10. Return the coated cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for another 5-10 minutes, or until the sauce is slightly caramelized.
  11. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and celery sticks.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can bake the cauliflower for an additional 5 minutes after coating it with the sauce.
  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce to control the spice level.
  • You can also air fry these bites for a similar result.

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