Here’s a delicious recipe for Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings! These crispy, flavorful wings are a great vegetarian alternative to traditional buffalo wings and are perfect for game day, parties, or a healthy snack.
Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water or milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Optional: ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower
Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Make sure they are roughly the same size for even cooking. - Make the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Gradually add the water or milk, mixing until you have a smooth batter. - Coat the Cauliflower
Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated. Allow any excess batter to drip off. - Preheat the Air Fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes. - Air Fry the Cauliflower Wings
Place the battered cauliflower florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. You may need to work in batches depending on the size of your air fryer. Spray lightly with cooking spray for extra crispiness. - Cook
Air fry the cauliflower for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the wings are golden brown and crispy. - Toss in Buffalo Sauce
Once cooked, transfer the cauliflower wings to a large bowl. Pour the buffalo sauce over the wings and toss to coat evenly. - Serve
Serve the cauliflower wings hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Tips
- Adjust the Heat: If you prefer milder wings, you can mix the buffalo sauce with some melted butter or use a milder hot sauce.
- Extra Crispiness: For even crispier wings, you can double-batter them by dipping them in the batter again after the first air fry, then air fry them a second time for 5-7 minutes.
- Storage: Leftover wings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer to restore their crispiness.
Enjoy your flavorful and crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings!
