Crispy Cauliflower Wings
Get ready to elevate your snack game with these irresistible Crispy Cauliflower Wings—perfect for game day, parties, or a satisfying appetizer! This recipe transforms humble cauliflower florets into golden, crunchy bites coated in a flavorful batter seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, then rolled in panko breadcrumbs for maximum crispiness. Roasted to perfection, these wings are brushed with a buttery hot sauce glaze that delivers a satisfying kick. Ready in under an hour, these vegetarian-friendly wings pair beautifully with classic dipping sauces like ranch or blue cheese, making them a crowd-pleasing alternative to traditional chicken wings. Ideal for everyone from plant-based food enthusiasts to spice lovers, this dish is your new go-to for indulgence without compromise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, ensuring they are all roughly the same size for even cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, water, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a batter. Whisk until smooth.
Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, letting any excess drip off, then roll it in the panko breadcrumbs until well-coated.
Place the coated florets onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
Bake the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they start to become crispy and golden brown.
While the cauliflower is baking, prepare the sauce by melting the butter in a small saucepan over low heat and stirring in the hot sauce until well combined.
After 20 minutes, remove the cauliflower from the oven and brush each piece with the hot sauce mixture.
Return the cauliflower to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the sauce is slightly caramelized and the wings are crispy.
Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve the cauliflower wings with your choice of dipping sauces, such as ranch or blue cheese, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
861 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.3 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 4559 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 135.1 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 20.7 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 228 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
