Air Fryer BBQ Cauliflower Wings
These vegan Air Fryer BBQ Cauliflower Wings are not only packed with flavor but also easy to make with a few ingredients.
Ingredients
- 400 g cauliflower
- ½ cup water
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp cumin powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ cup plain white flour / all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp BBQ sauce (of your choice)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- First things first, prep your cauliflower. Wash it thoroughly and cut it into medium-sized florets, similar to chicken wing size.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. This will be your batter. If you want an extra crispy coating, you can add corn starch to your batter or dip the battered florets into breadcrumbs before air frying.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, making sure it’s well-coated. Shake off any excess batter before placing it on a baking sheet or directly into the air fryer basket. If you’re using breadcrumbs, roll the battered florets in the breadcrumbs until they’re fully coated.
- Set your air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Place the coated cauliflower florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don’t overcrowd them; you might need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
- Cook the wings for about 10- 12 minutes, flip them halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Once your cauliflower wings are slightly crispy and lightly browned, it’s time to add the sauce. Mix olive oil and the BBQ sauce in a small bowl and spread it evenly over the cauliflower wings using a brush.
- Cook for another 10 minutes, until they are crispy and look almost charred.
Notes
- Cut the cauliflower into uniform florets for consistent cooking.
- If you want an extra crispy coating, you can add corn starch to your batter or dip the battered florets into breadcrumbs before air frying.
- Arrange the florets in a single layer to avoid overcrowding, live some space to let the air circulate. Do in 2-3 batches if necessary.
- Line the air fryer basket with perforated parchment paper to make cleanup easier and prevent sticking.
- Flip the cauliflower halfway through cooking for even browning and crispiness.
- Serve the wings immediately with your favorite dipping sauce after cooking to maintain their crispy texture.
- If you have any leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days.