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Crispy Cauliflower Wings

Crispy Cauliflower Wings
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 3
Course: Appetizer, snacks
Cuisine: American, Chinese, Continental, Indian
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower Wings:
  • 1 medium cauliflower cut into medium florets
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup water adjust as needed
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp salt
For Coating (Crispy Layer):
  • 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs
Buffalo / BBQ Sauce Coating:
  • ½ cup hot sauce or BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp vegan butter melted
  • 1 tsp maple syrup or honey substitute

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Parchment sheet
  • Oven/Air fryer
  • Whisk
  • Baking tray

Method
 

  1. Preheat Oven:
  2. Preheat to 220°C (428°F). Line tray with parchment.
  3. Prepare Batter:
  4. Mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, pepper, salt & water to create a smooth batter.
  5. Coat Cauliflower:
  6. Dip each floret in batter → then roll in panko to fully coat.
  7. Bake:
  8. Arrange on tray and bake 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and golden.
  9. (Air Fryer: 200°C for 15 minutes)
  10. Prepare Sauce Coating:
  11. Mix hot sauce, vegan butter & maple syrup.
  12. Toss and Final Bake:
  13. Brush / toss crispy cauliflower in sauce and bake again 5 minutes for perfect texture.
  14. Serve Hot with vegan ranch or garlic mayo.

Notes

💡Notes
For extra spicy version → add chili flakes in sauce.
Do not overcrowd pan; spacing = crispiness.