Description
These Air Fryer Sesame Cauliflower Wings are deliciously crispy, coated in a sweet and spicy sesame garlic sauce. Perfect for vegans, gluten-free diets, or anyone craving a flavorful, healthier alternative to traditional wings. Easy to make and ready in under 40 minutes!
Ingredients
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Cauliflower Wings: 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into medium/small florets
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Batter: ⅔ cup gluten-free flour, ⅔ cup plain non-dairy milk, ½ tsp garlic powder, ¼ tsp salt
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Breadcrumb Coating: ¾ cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
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Spicy Sesame Sauce:
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1 tbsp oil, 5 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tsp grated ginger
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⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce or tamari, ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
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2 tbsp water or vegetable broth, 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
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1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tbsp gochujang, 1-2 tsp sriracha
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1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tsp water
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Garnish: Sesame seeds, chopped scallions
Instructions
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Prepare Cauliflower: Wash, dry, and cut cauliflower into florets.
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Make Batter: Whisk flour, milk, garlic powder, and salt until smooth.
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Coat Cauliflower: Dip florets in batter, then coat with breadcrumbs.
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Preheat Air Fryer: Heat to 370°F for 2-3 minutes.
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Air Fry: Place cauliflower in the basket without overcrowding. Air fry at 370°F for 10-13 minutes, flipping halfway.
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Make Sauce: In a saucepan, cook garlic and ginger in oil until fragrant. Add soy sauce, honey/maple syrup, sesame oil, rice vinegar, gochujang, sriracha, and cornstarch mixture. Simmer until thickened.
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Toss and Serve: Coat crispy cauliflower with sauce, garnish with sesame seeds and scallions, and serve hot.
Notes
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For extra crispiness, toast breadcrumbs before coating.
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Adjust heat level by increasing or reducing gochujang or sriracha.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired