Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings
Crispy, flavorful, and guilt-free air fryer cauliflower wings make a perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 head large head of cauliflower
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 cup plant-based milk (unsweetened)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Your favorite hot sauce (or BBQ sauce) for tossing to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse the cauliflower and remove the leaves. Cut it into bite-sized florets.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Slowly add the plant-based milk to the dry ingredients while whisking until you achieve a smooth batter.
Cooking
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it’s completely coated.
- Place the cauliflower wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding for even cooking.
- Cook the cauliflower wings for about 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until they become golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer the cooked wings into a large bowl. Toss them with your favorite hot sauce or BBQ sauce until well coated.
- Return the sauced wings back to the air fryer for an additional 5 minutes to set the sauce and enhance the flavor.
Serving
- Let the wings cool slightly before serving. Arrange them on a platter and serve with a variety of dipping sauces and fresh veggie sticks.
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Notes
To ensure even cooking, cut the cauliflower florets into similar sizes. For a thicker coating, dip the florets a second time in the batter before air frying. Allow wings to cool before storing in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.