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Air Fryer Sesame Cauliflower Wings

Delicious Air Fryer Sesame Cauliflower Wings for Guilt-Free Snacking

Try these Air Fryer Sesame Cauliflower Wings for a healthy, crispy, and guilt-free snacking experience that's perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 1 medium cauliflower fresh, spot-free
  • 1 cup almond flour or Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 cup cornstarch or arrowroot as substitute
  • 1 cup rice flour or equal amount of cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 tbsp fresh garlic, chopped
  • 1 pinch black pepper freshly ground offers the best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon oil for added crispness
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce/tamari use Tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar any type works well
  • 1 tablespoon siracha/chili garlic sauce to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sweetener such as jaggery, brown sugar, or maple syrup
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons spring onion greens

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse cauliflower under cool water and cut into bite-sized florets, ensuring even size.
  2. Blanch florets in boiling water for 1 minute, then drain and dry completely.
  3. Whisk together cornstarch, rice flour, garlic powder, black pepper, salt, and ¼ cup of water until smooth.
  4. Incorporate 1 teaspoon of oil into the mixture for added crispiness.
  5. Dip each floret into the coating slurry, ensuring complete coverage, then toss in almond flour.
  6. Preheat air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for about 5 minutes. Brush basket with oil.
  7. Arrange coated florets in a single layer in the air fryer. Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  8. While wings cook, heat oil in a pan, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add soy sauce, vinegar, siracha, and sweetener.
  9. Let sauce simmer 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
  10. Once wings are crispy, toss in prepared sauce and garnish with sesame seeds and spring onion greens before serving.
  11. Serve immediately while hot and crispy for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 4wingsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For maximum crispiness, ensure cauliflower is completely dry before coating. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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