STEP 1
Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees.

STEP 2
In a bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

STEP 3
Add room temperature water slowly, and whisk to a pancake batter-like consistency.

STEP 4
Whisk in olive oil.

STEP 5
Break down the cauliflower into florets.

STEP 6
Add enough cauliflower to the batter to prepare enough for one layer in the air fryer. Evenly coat, then and add florets to the air fryer, one at a time, without touching.

STEP 7
Cook the cauliflower at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.

STEP 8
Meanwhile, make the sauce. In a large saucepan, fully melt 1 stick of butter.

STEP 9
Whisk in equal parts Frank’s hot sauce and sweet chili sauce; let the sauce reduce down and thicken.

STEP 10
Once the cauliflower is fully cooked, removed from the air fryer and place in a clean bowl.

STEP 11
Toss the warm, crispy cauliflower in the sauce. Plate, top with chopped scallions, and enjoy!