Extra Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings Recipe
Get perfectly crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings with a golden crunch. This Crispy Air Fryer Sides recipe is the ultimate healthy snack or side dish.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Large mixing bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower cut into bite-sized florets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or almond flour
- 1/2 cup water or milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch
Sauce
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce or BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, ensuring they are dry.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, water, garlic powder, and paprika to create a thick batter.
- Toss the cauliflower florets into the batter until evenly coated, then dredge them through the panko breadcrumbs to cover completely.
- Arrange the coated florets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don't touch.
- Air fry for 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the coating is golden brown and crispy.
- While cooking, whisk together the melted butter and buffalo sauce. Toss the hot cauliflower in the sauce immediately before serving.