Description

This Skinny Buffalo Wings recipe offers a flavorful, healthier alternative to traditional chicken wings by using cauliflower as the main ingredient. Coated in a crispy panko and spice mixture, then baked and tossed in tangy buffalo sauce, these wings are perfect for a guilt-free snack or appetizer. Served with fat-free ranch for dipping, they satisfy cravings with less fat and calories.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

1 head Cauliflower

Wet Ingredients

2 Eggs (whisked)
1/2 bottle Buffalo Wing Sauce
Fat Free Ranch (for dipping)

Dry Ingredients

1 cup Panko Crumbs
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Pepper
2 teaspoons Mrs. Dash Sea Salt Seasoning

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Instructions

Prepare Cauliflower: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, making sure they are evenly sized for consistent cooking.
Make the Breading Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the panko crumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and Mrs. Dash sea salt seasoning. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices.
Dip Cauliflower in Egg Wash: Whisk the eggs in a separate bowl. Dip each cauliflower floret into the egg wash, ensuring it is completely coated.
Coat with Panko Mixture: After dipping in egg, roll each floret in the panko and spice mixture, pressing gently to help the coating adhere well.
Bake Cauliflower: Arrange the coated florets in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Bake for about 20-25 minutes until crispy and golden, turning halfway through for even baking.
Toss in Buffalo Sauce: Once baked, transfer the florets to a large bowl and toss with half a bottle of buffalo wing sauce until evenly coated in the sauce.
Serve: Serve immediately with fat-free ranch dressing on the side for dipping. Enjoy your crispy, flavorful skinny buffalo cauliflower wings!

Notes

Make sure to cut cauliflower florets evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
The buffalo sauce quantity can be adjusted based on your heat preference.
For extra crispiness, broil the wings for 1-2 minutes after baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Use gluten-free panko to make the recipe gluten-free if needed.
Fat-free ranch helps keep this dish light, but you can substitute with regular ranch if preferred.