Description
Spicy buffalo cauliflower tacos deliver a fiery kick of plant-based deliciousness that vegans and meat-eaters will crave. Crispy cauliflower florets dance with zesty buffalo sauce, nestled in warm tortillas and topped with cool, creamy ranch for a mouthwatering meal you’ll want to devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Cauliflower:
- 1 medium cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Seasoning and Dry Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Liquids and Toppings:
- 1/2 cup water (or vegetable broth)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 6 small flour or corn tortillas
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing (or vegan dressing)
Instructions
- Ignite the oven to a searing 400F (200C), creating the perfect roasting environment for transforming cauliflower.
- Dissect the cauliflower into uniform, bite-sized segments, ensuring consistent cooking and texture.
- Craft a robust batter by whisking together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Gradually incorporate water or vegetable broth, stirring until the mixture reaches a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Immerse each cauliflower floret completely into the prepared batter, guaranteeing thorough coverage for maximum flavor absorption.
- Arrange the batter-coated florets on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and roast for 25-30 minutes. Rotate the florets midway to ensure even browning and achieving a golden, crispy exterior.
- Extract the roasted cauliflower and generously coat with buffalo sauce, ensuring each piece is lavishly glazed for intense, spicy flavor.
- Gently warm tortillas in a skillet to enhance their pliability. Layer each tortilla with the fiery buffalo cauliflower, crisp shredded lettuce, creamy avocado slices, and zesty diced red onion.
- Finish the tacos with a drizzle of cooling ranch dressing and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a vibrant, herbaceous touch.
Notes
- Control buffalo sauce spiciness by choosing mild or hot varieties to match personal heat tolerance.
- Swap wheat flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or chickpea flour for celiac-friendly version.
- Use plant-based ranch dressing to make recipe completely vegan and dairy-free.
- Pat cauliflower completely dry before battering to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent soggy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg