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The Ultimate Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings

A pile of golden-brown, crispy air fryer cauliflower wings served in a white bowl.
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Follow these steps to make perfectly crispy, crunchy cauliflower wings in your air fryer. This recipe focuses on achieving maximum crunch without deep frying.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup unsweetened plant milk (or water)
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (optional, for extra crunch)
  • Cooking spray (oil-based)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cauliflower: Wash and thoroughly dry the cauliflower florets. Pat them completely dry with paper towels; moisture prevents crispiness.
  2. Mix the dry coating: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper.
  3. Create the wet mixture: Pour the plant milk into a separate shallow bowl.
  4. Coat the cauliflower: Dip each floret first into the dry mixture, shaking off excess. Then dip it into the wet mixture. Finally, dredge it back into the dry mixture, pressing lightly to adhere. For extra crispiness, repeat the wet/dry dip once more.
  5. Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius).
  6. Arrange in the basket: Place the coated florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd; work in batches if necessary.
  7. Air fry: Cook for 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  8. Increase heat: Increase the temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) and cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until the wings are deep golden brown and very crispy.
  9. Toss with sauce: Immediately remove the wings and toss them in your preferred sauce, such as buffalo sauce, if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For the crispiest results, ensure your cauliflower is completely dry before coating.
  • If you skip the wet dip and only use flour, the coating will be thinner but still crisp.
  • For a gluten-free option, substitute the flour with a gluten-free all-purpose blend and use gluten-free breadcrumbs if adding them.
  • Sauce immediately after cooking for the best texture.

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