Description
A delicious plant-based alternative to traditional wings, Buffalo Cauliflower Wings feature a crispy texture with a spicy kick, making them perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of fresh cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
- 1 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or nutritional yeast)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup buffalo sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- Optional: Vegetable oil or butter for added richness
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
- In a bowl, mix the flour, water, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to create a batter.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter and coat evenly.
- Place the coated florets on a lined baking sheet, ensuring space between each piece.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Toss the baked cauliflower in buffalo sauce before returning to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Let the wings rest in the sauce for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro before serving. Pair with a cooling dip and fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Buffalo Cauliflower Wings, vegan appetizer, healthy snacks, game day food
