Jerk Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos
Ingredients
Cauliflower
- 1 head cauliflower , cut into bite-size florets
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup water or unsweetened plant milk
- 1 tsp jerk seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Jerk Buffalo Sauce
- ½ cup buffalo sauce
- 2 tbsp jerk seasoning (mild or spicy)
- 2 tbsp melted butter or vegan butter
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp all purpose seasoning
- 1 tsp lime juice
For Baking or Air Frying
- 2 tbsp oil (avocado or olive)
- Tacos
- 8 small tortillas (flour or corn)
Toppings
- Shredded cabbage or slaw
- Diced scallions
Optional Toppings
- Pickled red onions
- Avocado slices
Creamy Drizzle (Optional but 🔥)
- ½ cup ranch or vegan ranch
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp jerk seasoning
Instructions
- How We Make Our Jerk Buffalo Cauliflower Tacos
- Preheat oven to 425°F (or air fryer 390°F).
- Prep the cauliflower – Wash and cut into bite-sized florets. Make sure they’re dry so the coating sticks better.
- Whisk flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip cauliflower into batter → let excess drip off.
- Roll in panko mixed with jerk seasoning (press it in).
- Place on lined tray, drizzle or spray lightly with oil.
- Bake 25–30 minutes, flipping once
- or air fry 14–16 minutes until deeply golden and crunchy
- Make the jerk buffalo sauce – Mix jerk spices with melted butter, hot sauce, garlic, a touch of oil, and a splash of vinegar for tanginess. You can also add a bit of coconut milk for creaminess.
- Coat and toss the cauliflower in the sauce until every floret is coated. Roast in the oven or air-fry for a crispy, caramelized texture.
- Prepare the slaw – Shred purple cabbage and carrots, then toss with lime juice, sugar, a pinch of salt, and a drizzle of olive oil or vinegar. Add fresh herbs if you like.
- Yogurt drizzle – Mix yogurt with lime juice, a pinch of salt, and a little garlic powder. Adjust consistency so it drizzles easily over the tacos.
- Assemble the tacos – Warm your tortillas, layer with cauliflower, top with slaw, and drizzle yogurt on top. Serve immediately for maximum crunch and flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 827kcalCarbohydrates: 118gProtein: 26gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 4328mgPotassium: 2357mgFiber: 22gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 5848IUVitamin C: 284mgCalcium: 226mgIron: 11mg
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