Smoked Buffalo Cauliflower Recipe
This Smoked Buffalo Cauliflower recipe offers a smoky, spicy twist on traditional buffalo wings, using cauliflower as a healthy and flavorful alternative. Coated in a tangy buffalo mayo sauce and smoked to tender perfection, this dish is an excellent appetizer or side that combines bold flavors with satisfying texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-45 minutes
- Total Time: 45-55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower
- 1 head of cauliflower
Buffalo Mayo Sauce
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Fresh black pepper, to taste
Garnish and Serving
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives), chopped
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prep the Cauliflower: Remove the large leaves from the cauliflower head and rinse it thoroughly under cold water to clean it.
- Make the Buffalo Mayo Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, celery salt, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and fresh black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Coat the Cauliflower: Brush the entire cauliflower head generously with the buffalo mayo sauce, carefully covering all crevices to ensure even flavor. Reserve some of the sauce for serving later.
- Preheat the Smoker: Set your smoker to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to come to temperature before placing the cauliflower inside.
- Smoke the Cauliflower: Place the coated cauliflower directly on the smoker rack and smoke for 35–45 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and has a light char on the outside.
- Serve: Transfer the smoked cauliflower to a serving platter, brush with the reserved buffalo mayo sauce, garnish with chopped fresh herbs, and serve alongside lemon wedges for a bright finishing touch.
Notes
- Smoking time may vary based on the size of the cauliflower and your smoker’s performance; check for tenderness by piercing with a fork.
- This dish pairs well with celery sticks and extra hot sauce for dipping to replicate classic buffalo wing accompaniments.
- You can substitute vegan mayonnaise to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce for mild or extra spicy according to your taste.
- If you don’t have a smoker, this recipe can be adapted by roasting the cauliflower in the oven at 400°F for about 35-40 minutes, turning occasionally.
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