Description
Enjoy crispy, flavorful Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Wings made with a bold, spicy sauce and a perfect plant-based crunch every time. This recipe combines the zest of classic buffalo sauce with tender cauliflower florets, cooked quickly in the air fryer for a healthier, mess-free snack packed with bold flavors.
Ingredients
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Cauliflower and Batter
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup plant-based milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder (natural)
- 1 tsp paprika (natural)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Buffalo Sauce
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp natural gelling agent
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Wash and cut the cauliflower into evenly sized, bite-sized florets to ensure they cook and crisp evenly.
- Create the Batter: In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour, plant-based milk, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and slightly thick to form the batter coating.
- Coat the Florets: Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, making sure they are fully coated. Shake off any excess batter to prevent sogginess and arrange them on a plate ready for the air fryer.
- Air Fry the Cauliflower: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the battered florets in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding. Air fry for 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden and crispy.
- Prepare the Buffalo Sauce: While the cauliflower cooks, combine hot sauce, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and natural gelling agent in a small saucepan. Warm gently until the sauce is smooth and well emulsified.
- Toss and Serve: Transfer the cooked cauliflower wings to a large bowl and toss thoroughly with the buffalo sauce until fully coated. Serve immediately to enjoy the maximum crunch and flavor.
Notes
- Pat cauliflower dry before coating for better batter adhesion.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even crisping.
- Flip the wings halfway through cooking for uniform browning.
- If the sauce is too runny, add a little natural gelling agent to improve thickness.
- Allow wings to rest a minute after tossing with sauce so it sets perfectly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 6 wings)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: buffalo cauliflower wings, air fryer, plant-based, spicy snack, healthy appetizer
