If you are looking for a delicious and healthy appetizer, BBQ cauliflower bites are the perfect choice. They are made with simple ingredients, require minimal prep, and can be cooked in the oven or air fryer. This tasty recipe from Tasty will show you how to make these crispy, flavorful cauliflower bites that are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER BITES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cauliflower, olive oil, flour, garlic salt, whole milk, hot sauce
Provided by Robin Broadfoot
Categories Sides
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450˚F (230˚C).
- Cut the head of cauliflower in half. Pluck bite-sized florets from each half. Trim bottoms of florets as necessary.
- In a medium bowl, mix the batter ingredients.
- Add cauliflower to the batter. Stir so each floret is fully coated.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread cauliflower florets on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the cauliflower from the oven and toss with buffalo sauce.
- Return cauliflower to oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until browned to your liking.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 4 grams
BBQ CAULIFLOWER BITES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cauliflower, olive oil, salt, pepper, BBQ sauce
Provided by Robin Broadfoot
Categories Appetizers
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450˚F (230˚C).
- Cut the head of cauliflower in half. Pluck bite-sized florets from each half. Trim bottoms of florets as necessary.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread cauliflower florets on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove florets from oven and toss with BBQ sauce.
- Return florets to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until browned to your liking.
- Brush more BBQ sauce on the cooked cauliflower for extra flavor.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, Sugar 20 grams
NASHVILLE HOT CAULIFLOWER BITES RECIPE BY TASTY
These air fryer Nashville hot cauliflower bites feature all the heat and crunch without any of the meat! The combination of crispy cauliflower and spicy chili oil makes this a savory snack perfect for any occasion.
Provided by Aleya Zenieris
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Make the spice mix: In a small bowl, whisk together the paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, mustard powder, black pepper, and onion powder.
- Add the cauliflower florets to a large bowl and sprinkle with the salt and 2 tablespoons of the spice mix, tossing to coat the cauliflower completely. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top.
- Make the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, flour, and hot sauce until smooth.
- Add a cauliflower floret to the batter and toss to coat completely.
- Shake off any excess batter and dip the cauliflower into the panko bread crumbs tossing to coat completely.
- Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray. Add the cauliflower in a single layer, working in batches if necessary. Fry until golden and crispy, about 15 minutes.
- Make the spicy oil: In a small saucepan, combine 1 tablespoon of the spice mix, the sugar, and canola oil. Cook over medium heat, stirring, for about 2 minutes, until the sugar dissolves.
- Drizzle the crispy cauliflower with the spicy oil and sprinkle with the remaining spice mix.
- Serve with white bread and dill pickle chips.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 5 grams
GARLIC PARMESAN CAULIFLOWER BITES RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: cauliflower, eggs, parsley, panko breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, garlic salt, italian seasoning
Provided by Robin Broadfoot
Categories Sides
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450˚F (230˚C).
- Cut the head of cauliflower in half. Pluck bite-sized florets from each half. Trim bottoms of florets as necessary.
- In a medium bowl, mix the parmesan crust ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs. Dredge the cauliflower in the eggs, then garlic parmesan mixture.
- Lay the cauliflower on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 20-30 minutes, until crispy and browned to your liking.
- Garnish with chopped parsley.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 5 grams
BAKED BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER BITES
A vegetarian twist on a classic dish. These baked Buffalo cauliflower bites pair the great taste of Buffalo sauce with a tangy blue cheese dressing.
Provided by Saputo
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- To make the sauce, combine the sour cream, blue cheese, whole milk, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator until serving.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment or foil and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, add the whole milk, beer, all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, baking powder, and salt; mix until everything is just combined, being sure to not overmix.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing any excess to run off, and transfer to the baking sheet. Repeat dipping process until you've worked your way through all of the florets.
- Spray the tops of the florets with cooking spray; this will help with the crisp factor. Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the tops are lightly golden brown.
- Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, melt the butter and pour in the Buffalo wing sauce. Mix until combined. Remove the cauliflower from the oven and drizzle half of the sauce atop the florets. Return the cauliflower to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Using a pair of tongs, add the cauliflower florets to the saucepan with the Buffalo mixture and gently toss, until all of the florets are completely coated in sauce.
- Transfer to a large plate and serve alongside the dipping sauce and freshly cut celery.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 27.8 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1279.1 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
BAKED PARMESAN CAULIFLOWER BITES
Here's a twist on cauliflower even your kids will like. These golden, crunchy Parmesan cauliflower bites just melt in your mouth.
Provided by Karen Gallinetti
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Cauliflower
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
- Place mayonnaise in a large zip-top bag. Add cauliflower; seal bag and shake to coat.
- Combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese in another large zip-top bag. Add 1/2 of the coated cauliflower; seal bag and shake to coat. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with remaining cauliflower and bread crumb mixture.
- Bake in the preheated until tender and golden brown, about 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.9 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 12.8 mg, Fat 23.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 475.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
Tips:
- Choose a head of cauliflower that is firm and has tightly packed florets. - Cut the cauliflower into even-sized florets so that they cook evenly. - Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting. This will help them to brown and caramelize in the oven. - Roast the cauliflower florets at a high temperature (425 degrees Fahrenheit) for 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly charred. - While the cauliflower is roasting, make the BBQ sauce. Combine ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chili powder in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 10 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. - Once the cauliflower is roasted, toss it with the BBQ sauce. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for later use.Conclusion:
BBQ cauliflower bites are a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste preferences. With their smoky, tangy flavor, these cauliflower bites are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.Tips:
- Choose a firm head of cauliflower with tightly packed florets.
- Cut the cauliflower into even-sized florets for even cooking.
- Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting.
- Roast the cauliflower florets at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and charred.
- While the cauliflower is roasting, make the BBQ sauce by combining ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until thickened.
- Once the cauliflower is roasted, toss it with the BBQ sauce and serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for later use.
Conclusion:
BBQ cauliflower bites are a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and customizable to your own taste preferences. With their smoky, tangy flavor, these cauliflower bites are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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