Description
Crispy, spicy, and tangy Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Wings deliver classic buffalo flavor in a plant-based style. Perfect for game days, parties, or anytime you want a flavorful, healthy snack with a crunchy coating and zesty buffalo sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower Wings
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
- 3/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- Olive oil spray
Buffalo Sauce
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Wash and cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets. Pat dry slightly to help the batter adhere well.
- Make the Batter: In a bowl, mix flour, plant-based milk, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce until smooth and thick enough to coat florets without dripping excessively.
- Coat the Cauliflower: Dip each floret into the batter, ensuring even coverage. Shake off any excess batter gently to avoid thick or soggy coating.
- Air Fry the Battered Cauliflower: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil spray. Arrange battered florets in a single layer without overcrowding. Air fry at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through for even crispness.
- Prepare the Buffalo Sauce: While cauliflower cooks, whisk buffalo sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar, and natural gelling agent until smooth and well combined.
- Toss and Serve: Transfer crispy cauliflower wings to a large bowl. Pour buffalo sauce over wings and toss gently to coat all pieces. Serve immediately while hot and crunchy.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the basket to ensure even crisping without steaming.
- Use fresh cauliflower for better texture after cooking.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
- Preheat the air fryer for a quicker, crispier finish.
- Toss wings in the sauce twice for an extra flavorful coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: buffalo cauliflower wings, air fryer snack, plant-based appetizer, spicy cauliflower, healthy buffalo wings, gluten-free wings
