Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings
Delicious and healthier alternative to traditional fried appetizers, these air fryer cauliflower wings are perfect for parties and can be customized with various seasonings.
Ingredients
Cauliflower Wings
- 1 large head large head of cauliflower
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water (or plant-based milk for added flavor) Use plant-based milk for enhanced flavor.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup bread crumbs (panko works great) Panko breadcrumbs give extra crispiness.
- 1/4 cup your favorite hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preparation
- Begin by washing and cutting the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, ensuring they are all roughly the same size for even cooking.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth to create the batter.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- In another bowl, add the breadcrumbs and toss each batter-coated floret into the breadcrumbs, making sure to coat them evenly.
Cooking
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Arrange the breaded cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer basket, using multiple batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry the florets for about 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even crispiness, until the wings are golden brown and crispy.
- While the cauliflower cooks, mix the hot sauce and olive oil in a bowl.
- Once your cauliflower wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl and drizzle the hot sauce mixture over the top. Toss to coat evenly.
- Return the wings to the air fryer for an additional 2-3 minutes if you prefer them extra crispy.
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Notes
Serve with a variety of dipping sauces such as ranch, blue cheese, or a vegan mayo. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for up to three months. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.