Best 2 Buffalo Cauliflower Tots Recipes

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**Buffalo Cauliflower Tots: A Delightful Fusion of Taste and Health**

Indulge in a guilt-free indulgence with our tantalizing Buffalo Cauliflower Tots, a culinary masterpiece that harmoniously blends the bold flavors of buffalo sauce with the wholesome goodness of cauliflower. These crispy, golden-brown tots are not only a delectable treat but also a nutritious alternative to traditional potato tots. Dive into a symphony of tastes as you relish the spicy kick of the buffalo sauce, the tangy zest of blue cheese dressing, and the refreshing crunch of celery sticks. This recipe presents two captivating variations: baked and air-fried, catering to your culinary preferences and offering both crispy and tender textures. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation, you can effortlessly craft these delightful morsels that will undoubtedly become a favorite among family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER TOTS



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Gluten-free cauliflower tots that are a bit healthier because they're baked, and then tossed in buffalo hot sauce. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.

Provided by Jonathan Melendez

Categories     Vegetable

Time 50m

Yield 36 Tots, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 small yellow onion, diced
2 small head cauliflower or 4 stalks cauliflower
1 cup almond flour
2 large eggs, separated
1/2 cup buffalo wing hot sauce, plus 1 teaspoon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups crispy rice cereal, blended in food processor
1/3 cup ranch dressing or 1/3 cup blue cheese dressing, for dipping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and grease with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • If using whole cauliflower, remove the outer leaves and core. Cut into large chunks and add half to a food processor. Plus until finely chopped, and becomes almost like a paste. Transfer to a bowl, and continue chopping the rest of the cauliflower in the same way. If using just the stalks of cauliflower you've saved, chop up the stalks and proceed as directed.
  • Once all of the cauliflower has been chopped up, transfer it onto several layers of cheesecloth, bundle up and then squeeze all of the moisture out of it, as much as you possibly can. Transfer to a large bowl, and set aside.
  • Set a frying pan over medium-high heat with the oil. Once hot, add in the onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Allow to cool and then add into the bowl with the cauliflower.
  • Add in the almond flour, egg whites, teaspoon hot sauce, salt, and cayenne pepper, stirring until well combined.
  • Using a small ice cream scoop, or a tablespoon measuring spoon, portion out a bit of the mixture onto your hands and shape into a tot, placing onto the prepared baking sheet. Spray them all with cooking spray and bake for 8 minutes. Flip over and continue cooking for another 8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Toss the cooked tots with hot sauce and transfer to a serving dish. Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.

BAKED BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER TOTS



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It's hard to believe these bite-size flavor bombs are baked-they have such a satisfyingly crispy shell. Make a double batch and freeze half for a quick game day snack or weeknight side. The tots can go straight from the freezer to the oven, no thawing required.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 9h25m

Yield 6 servings (about 36 tots, 1 cup sauce)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon 2-percent milk
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Pinch cayenne pepper
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Cauliflower Tots:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 small onion, finely chopped
2 small heads cauliflower
1 cup almond meal or almond flour
2 large eggs, separated
1/4 cup hot sauce, plus more for serving
Kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups crispy rice cereal
Cooking spray

Steps:

  • For the blue cheese sauce: Whisk together the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, milk, Worcestershire and cayenne in a medium bowl until smooth. Gently stir in the blue cheese. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Refrigerate overnight or up to 3 days, covered, to let the flavors develop.
  • For the cauliflower tots: Position an oven rack at the top of the oven, and preheat to 450 degrees F. Set a cooling rack on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, and cook, stirring frequently, until browned and soft, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, and let cool in the skillet.
  • Remove and discard the outer leaves and core of the cauliflower. Separate the heads into large florets, and trim away most of the stems. Process half the florets in a food processor until very finely chopped, almost a paste. Transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with the remaining florets.
  • Lay out a large double layer of cheesecloth, and put the cauliflower paste in the middle. Gather up the sides into a bundle. Hold the bundle over the sink, and squeeze out as much of the liquid as you possibly can (there will be a fair amount). Put the remaining cauliflower back into the bowl (it should be fairly dry now).
  • Add the browned onion, almond meal, egg whites, hot sauce, 2 teaspoons salt and cayenne to the cauliflower, and work together with your hands until combined and the mixture holds together when squeezed.
  • Scoop out even tablespoonfuls of the cauliflower mixture. Roll each into a ball, shape into a squared-off tot shape and place on a baking sheet. (The tots can be covered loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerated up to overnight.)
  • Pulse the rice cereal in the food processor until finely ground, then transfer it to a small dish. Whisk the egg yolks with 1/4 cup water in a medium bowl. Line up the tots, egg wash, ground cereal and prepared baking sheet (with rack) on your work surface. Dip each tot in the egg wash, letting the excess liquid drip off, then roll in the cereal to fully coat and place on the baking sheet. (To avoid a mess, designate one hand for the dipping and retrieving in the egg and the other for rolling in the cereal.) Spray each tot all over with the cooking spray, turning as needed. (The unsprayed breaded tots can be frozen on a parchment-lined baking sheet until solid, about 2 hours, then transferred to a large freezer bag and frozen for up to 1 month.)
  • Bake the tots on the prepared baking sheet until golden brown outside and hot inside, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool for a few minutes, then transfer to a serving platter. Shake some hot sauce on top. Serve with the blue cheese sauce. (If baking the tots from frozen, coat with cooking spray and bake for until golden brown outside and hot inside, 15 to 20 minutes.)

Tips:

  • To make the cauliflower tots, you will need a food processor or a grater to shred the cauliflower. You can also use a blender, but be careful not to over-process the cauliflower, or it will become too mushy.
  • Once the cauliflower is shredded, you will need to squeeze out as much moisture as possible. You can do this by using a cheesecloth or a clean kitchen towel.
  • When making the buffalo sauce, you can adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to taste. If you like your sauce extra spicy, you can add more cayenne pepper. You can also add a teaspoon of honey to the sauce to give it a sweeter flavor.
  • When baking the cauliflower tots, be sure to preheat your oven to the correct temperature. This will help the tots cook evenly.
  • Once the cauliflower tots are golden brown and crispy, you can remove them from the oven and serve them immediately. You can serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing.

Conclusion:

Buffalo cauliflower tots are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional potato tots. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you are looking for a game day snack or a quick and easy weeknight meal, buffalo cauliflower tots are a great option.

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