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Asian BBQ Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings

Crispy Asian BBQ Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings You’ll Love

Discover these Asian BBQ Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings, a crispy, vegan, and gluten-free appetizer perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower Wings
  • 1 head Cauliflower Broccoli can be a tasty alternative.
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Regular breadcrumbs can work in a pinch.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used for a vegan option.
For the BBQ Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Hoisin Sauce Mix soy sauce with brown sugar for a homemade version.
  • 2 tbsp Honey Maple syrup is a great vegan swap.
  • 1 tbsp Soy Sauce Coconut aminos can be used for a soy-free alternative.
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can also work.
  • 1 tbsp Ketchup A blend of tomato paste and sugar can substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Olive oil can be a replacement.
  • 1 tsp Ground Ginger Fresh ginger elevates flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Reduce amount if sensitive to taste.
  • 1 tbsp Corn Starch Arrowroot powder can also work.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Wash and dry a head of cauliflower, then cut it into bite-sized florets.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs. Place panko bread crumbs in a separate dish.
  4. Dip each cauliflower piece into the eggs, then coat thoroughly with panko bread crumbs.
  5. Arrange the breaded cauliflower in a single layer in the air fryer. Cook at 400°F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. In a saucepan, combine hoisin sauce, honey (or maple syrup), soy sauce, ketchup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic. Heat until fragrant.
  7. Prepare a cornstarch slurry by mixing cornstarch with cold water. Add it to the sauce and cook until thickened for about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Remove wings from the air fryer and toss immediately in the thickened BBQ sauce. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Tip: Serve with your favorite dipping sauces. Leftovers can be stored but may lose crispiness over time.

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