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| Buff-tastic Cauliflower "Wings" |
This vegetarian rendition of one of America's favorite foods is sure to satisfy. I'm one of those vegetarians who never did like meat and doesn't even like "fake meats". So I've always passed on the processed chunks of soy, tempah and seitan disguised to be meat. I think the textures resemble actual animal flesh too closely, so I stay away.
That's why I love this recipe. I think it is reminiscent of traditional buffalo wings enough to please omnivores and vegetarians alike. And this happens because it is not trying to be a buffalo chicken wing but rather just some awesome cauliflower that has been buffalofied. Oh and can we talk about how much less destructive it will to your diet? One typical serving of buffalo chicken wings can range from 700-1200 calories and 40-60 grams of fat depending on the preparation. This recipe easily makes 4 large portions. Each portion only being about 270 calories and 10 grams of fat.
With simple ingredients, this easy to prepare snack food will steal the show at your next party. I've adapted it from The Curvy Carrot's version and PETA also has a great vegan version for those that don't do dairy. Enjoy!
Ingredients
1 large head of cauliflower, chopped
1 cup of reduced fat buttermilk
1 cup of whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
Cooking spray
3 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
1 cup of Frank's Hot Wings Buffalo Sauce
Blue Cheese Dressing (for serving)
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, flour, garlic powder, and salt.
3. Add cauliflower to bowl and completely coat all of the florets.
4. Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray and spread out the cauliflower. Bake for 18 minutes.
5. Combine butter and buffalo sauce.
6. Take out cauliflower from oven and pour on buffalo sauce mixture. Stir to completely coat all florets.
7. Put back in oven and back for 6-8 more minutes.
Serve immediately with blue cheese dressing.
Insteresting dish. As a carnivore I share in your disdain for fake meat but I've learned to respect and appreciate honest veggie treats. Reqesting a batch for whenever.
ReplyDeleteLucky for you, I'm making them for the Ugly Sweater Party on Friday. :-)
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