Best 4 Buffalo Cauliflower Florets Recipes

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Attention all cauliflower fans and those seeking a healthier alternative to traditional Buffalo wings! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing Buffalo Cauliflower Florets. This delightful dish offers a perfect balance of tangy, spicy, and crispy flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more. Our recipe collection features three unique variations, each bursting with its own distinct character.

For those who prefer a classic experience, our Original Buffalo Cauliflower Florets deliver the authentic taste of Buffalo wings, minus the guilt. Simply toss the cauliflower florets in a mixture of melted butter, hot sauce, and spices, then bake them until golden brown and crispy. The result is a finger-licking appetizer or snack that's sure to satisfy your cravings.

Craving something with a bit more heat? Our Spicy Buffalo Cauliflower Florets are here to ignite your taste buds. This fiery rendition takes the classic recipe up a notch by adding a generous helping of cayenne pepper and Sriracha sauce. Get ready for a flavor explosion that's sure to leave you feeling satisfied and energized.

Last but not least, our Honey Garlic Buffalo Cauliflower Florets offer a sweet and savory twist that's perfect for those who enjoy a touch of complexity. The combination of honey, garlic, and soy sauce creates a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your palate. These florets are perfect for those who prefer a slightly milder heat level, but still want a satisfying crunch and a burst of flavor.

Whether you're hosting a party, looking for a healthier snack option, or simply in need of a culinary adventure, our Buffalo Cauliflower Florets are the perfect solution. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to indulge in a taste sensation that's both delicious and guilt-free.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER



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This is a great substitution for buffalo wings! Can be made gluten-free, vegan, or vegetarian. Make sure to coat your cookie sheet well with oil or they will stick. Husband and kids give this two thumbs up! Dip this in ranch or blue cheese for even more added flavor, but it doesn't need it.

Provided by ddmama

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

olive oil cooking spray
¾ cup gluten-free baking flour (such as Premium Gold® Flax and Ancient Grains All-Purpose Flour)
1 cup water
½ teaspoon garlic powder, or to taste
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 heads cauliflower, cut into bite-size pieces
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)
1 teaspoon honey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Mix flour, water, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a bowl using a whisk until batter is smooth and somewhat runny. Add cauliflower to batter and mix until cauliflower is coated; spread onto the baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Remove saucepan from heat and stir hot pepper sauce and honey into butter until smooth. Brush hot sauce mixture over each cauliflower piece, repeating brushing until all the hot sauce mixture is used.
  • Bake in the oven until cauliflower is browned, about 10 minutes. Remove baking sheet from oven and allow the cauliflower to cool 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.3 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 907 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER RECIPE BY TASTY



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Cauliflower is aaaaall the rage nowadays, and there's nothing like a new trend to get you excited to fire it up in the kitchen! Maybe you love cauliflower rice, or you're often found chowing down on a cauliflower crust pizza. But we're throwing it back with the recipe that started all the #cauliflowerlove: buffalo cauliflower. They're so flavor-packed that won't even miss wing night with these around.

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
¾ cup milk or milk alternative
1 head cauliflower
¼ cup buffalo sauce or hot sauce
2 tablespoons coconut oil or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon honey

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450˚F (230˚C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, add the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and milk, and stir until well-combined.
  • Break the head of cauliflower into florets, about 1½-inches wide. Add the cauliflower florets to the batter, making sure each piece is evenly coated. Arrange the coated cauliflower on the baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the buffalo sauce, coconut oil, and honey and stir until evenly combined. Brush the buffalo sauce mixture on the cauliflower and bake for another 20 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265 calories, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 7 grams, Sugar 12 grams

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER FLORETS



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Mock buffalo wings made with cauliflower florets. Serve with celery sticks... Enjoy!

Provided by Linda

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Spicy

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
⅓ cup Buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank's®)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 large egg
6 cups cauliflower florets
1 ½ cups garlic croutons
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup blue cheese salad dressing
¼ cup sour cream
1 pinch ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Whisk wing sauce, mayonnaise, and egg together in a large bowl. Toss cauliflower florets in the sauce mixture to coat completely. Spread cauliflower out on baking sheet.
  • Pulse croutons into fine crumbs in a food processor. Add Parmesan cheese and mix to combine. Sprinkle crouton and cheese mixture over cauliflower.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cauliflower is golden brown and tender, about 15 minutes. Let sit before removing from baking sheet, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix blue cheese dressing with sour cream and black pepper to make dip. Serve dip alongside cauliflower.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 22.5 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 364.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER



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Cauliflower is a blank canvas that can take on flavors that pack a punch, like Buffalo sauce. It also has lots of craggy edges that the sauce can cling to for maximum flavor. For crisp-edged buffalo cauliflower without a fryer, turn on the broiler. Once the tender florets are roasted, broil them a few minutes so the silky, spicy sauce caramelizes and chars in spots. (A finish under the broiler can also elevate chicken wings coated in Buffalo sauce.) Stir together a quick Ranch-style yogurt sauce for dipping, and get on with the game (or lunch).

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, lunch, snack, weekday, vegetables, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large head cauliflower (about 2½ pounds), cut into medium and large florets (about 8 cups)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/3 cup Buffalo-style hot sauce
1/2 cup full-fat yogurt
1/4 cup buttermilk or mayonnaise
2 tablespoons finely chopped dill, parsley, and-or chives
1 1/2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or rice vinegar or lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 small garlic clove, grated
Kosher salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees, and place a rack close to the broiler and another in the middle of the oven. (If your broiler is in a drawer below the oven, no need to move the racks.)
  • In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower with the oil to evenly coat, then season with salt and pepper. Spread out the cauliflower on a baking sheet in an even layer (arrange flat edges pan-side down for extra browning). Bake the cauliflower on the middle rack, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 15 minutes.
  • As cauliflower roasts, make the sauce: Melt the butter with the hot sauce in a medium saucepan or skillet over low heat, and stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Once melted, turn off the heat, but keep the saucepan on the stove.
  • Make the yogurt ranch (optional): Stir together all the ingredients in a small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  • Pull the cauliflower out of the oven, and turn on the broiler. Transfer the cauliflower to the hot sauce-butter mixture, stirring the cauliflower to fully coat with the sauce. Then, using a slotted spoon, transfer the cauliflower back to the baking sheet in an even layer.
  • Broil until the cauliflower is singed in spots and cooked throughout, about 5 minutes. (Depending on your broiler, you may need to rotate the pan after 2 or 3 minutes for even cooking.) Serve with yogurt ranch for dipping or drizzling, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 279, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 726 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right cauliflower: Look for a head of cauliflower that is firm and compact, with no bruises or blemishes. A large head of cauliflower will yield about 6 cups of florets.
  • Cut the cauliflower into even-sized florets: This will help them cook evenly. Aim for florets that are about 1-inch in size.
  • Coat the cauliflower florets in a cornstarch mixture: This will help them to crisp up in the oven. You can use either white or cornstarch, but white cornstarch will give the florets a slightly crispier texture.
  • Season the cauliflower florets with your favorite spices: Some popular options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. You can also add a bit of salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bake the cauliflower florets at a high temperature: This will help them to get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Aim for a temperature of 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Serve the cauliflower florets with your favorite dipping sauce: Some popular options include ranch dressing, blue cheese dressing, and honey mustard. You can also serve them with a simple sprinkle of salt and pepper.

Conclusion:

Buffalo cauliflower florets are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional buffalo wings. They are made with simple ingredients and can be easily prepared in the oven. With their crispy texture and spicy flavor, buffalo cauliflower florets are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're craving something spicy and satisfying, give these buffalo cauliflower florets a try!

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