Crispy Cauliflower Buffalo Wings

Ingredients

Cauliflower

1 head, cut into florets

All-purpose flour

1 cup

Milk

1 cup

Garlic powder

1 teaspoon

Paprika

1 teaspoon

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Vegetable oil

for drizzling

Butter

1/4 cup

Hot sauce

1/2 cup

Celery sticks

for serving

Ranch or blue cheese dressing

for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
3. Dip each cauliflower floret into the milk, ensuring it's fully coated, then dredge it in the flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour.
4. Arrange the coated cauliflower florets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they are not touching.
5. Drizzle a little vegetable oil over the florets to help them crisp up in the oven.
6. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is crispy and golden brown, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
7. While the cauliflower is baking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the hot sauce until well combined, creating your buffalo sauce.
8. Once the cauliflower is done, remove it from the oven and transfer it to a large bowl. Pour the hot sauce mixture over the cauliflower and toss until evenly coated.
9. Return the cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 5 minutes to set the sauce.
10. Serve the crispy cauliflower buffalo wings hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing and fresh celery sticks on the side.