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Buffalo Cauliflower Wings Recipe

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These Buffalo Cauliflower Wings are a delicious, spicy, and crispy vegetarian alternative to traditional chicken wings. Made by coating cauliflower florets in a seasoned batter, baking until crispy, and then tossing in a flavorful buffalo sauce, they are perfect as a snack, appetizer, or party dish. The recipe uses pantry staples and can be adapted with gluten-free or dairy-free options to suit various dietary preferences.

Ingredients

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Cauliflower and Coating

  • 1/2 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • Oil spray or 1-2 tbsp oil (for tossing and spraying)
  • 1/4 cup flour or almond meal
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 3 tbsp milk of choice (dairy or plant-based)
  • Optional: 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)

Buffalo Sauce

  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce or hot sauce
  • 1 – 4 tsp butter or oil (to help sauce adhere)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking dish or sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow for easy cleanup.
  2. Coat Cauliflower: Spray the cauliflower florets lightly with oil spray or toss them lightly with a bit of oil to help the coating stick. Place the florets in a large bowl or a large Ziploc bag.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: Add the flour and garlic powder to the cauliflower and toss or shake well until each floret is evenly coated with the dry mixture.
  4. Add Milk and Breadcrumbs: Pour the milk of choice over the coated cauliflower. If you choose to use breadcrumbs for extra crunch, add finely crushed breadcrumbs now. Toss everything to coat evenly and create a light batter over the florets.
  5. Bake First Round: Arrange the coated cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven on the center rack for 25 minutes until they begin to crisp up.
  6. Prepare Buffalo Sauce: While the cauliflower bakes, combine the buffalo sauce with melted butter or oil in a small bowl. This fat addition helps the sauce stick better to the cauliflower.
  7. Coat with Buffalo Sauce: Remove the cauliflower from the oven and dip each floret in the buffalo sauce mixture ensuring full coverage.
  8. Bake Second Round: Return the sauced cauliflower to the baking dish and bake an additional 15 minutes to set the sauce and deepen the flavors.
  9. Broil for Crispiness: For extra crispy edges, broil the cauliflower wings on high for up to 5 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  10. Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing and celery sticks for a classic buffalo wing experience.

Notes

  • Use almond meal and a plant-based milk to make this recipe gluten-free and dairy-free.
  • Adjust the amount of butter or oil in the buffalo sauce according to dietary preferences or to control fat content.
  • Keep an eye during broiling as florets can burn quickly.
  • Serve with vegan ranch or blue cheese alternatives for a vegan-friendly snack.
  • This recipe can be made spicier by adding cayenne pepper to the flour mixture or using extra hot buffalo sauce.

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