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Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites

By Instant Pot Culinary Team

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4-6 Servings

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30 - 60 Minutes

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Easy

Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
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Recipe Details

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes per batch. you may need extra time depending on how many batches you make, which varies with the size of your cauliflower head.

Total Time: 30 - 60 Minutes

Cooking Technique: Air Fry

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegetarian, Vegan

Yield: 4-6 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1 cup of cassava or all-purpose gluten free flour
  • 1 cup of water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced (approximately 1 clove)
  • 1/2 lemon, juiced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 12 oz. bottle of Franks Red Hot Wing Sauce
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INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, water, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until smooth.
  2. Add the cauliflower florets to the bowl and toss until they are fully coated in the batter.
  3. Place the coated cauliflower in the air fryer basket, making sure they are in a single layer without overcrowding. Air fry for 10 minutes at 400°F / 200°C. Cook in batches if necessary.
  4. Remove the cauliflower from the air fryer and toss them in the hot sauce until well-coated. Return the cauliflower to the air fryer and air fry for an additional 8 minutes at 400°F / 200°C.
  5. Serve with your favorite dip. Enjoy!

About the chef

Instant Pot® Culinary Team

Instant Pot® Culinary Team

When life’s moving fast and dinner needs to happen faster, the Instant Pot Culinary Team is here to make it deliciously doable. We cook up recipes for every Instant Pot appliance you’ve got your hands on—so whether you’re tackling Tuesday night or going all-out for the weekend, you’ll have the flavor without the fuss. No overthinking, no babysitting, just good food that works with your schedule (not against it).

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