Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings
Ready in about 34 minutes.
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Crispy cauliflower florets with a wing-style coating and tender middle. Great tossed in buffalo sauce or served with dip.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower, in florets
- 80 g flour
- 120 ml milk
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- 1/2 tsp salt
Method
- 1Make a batter with the flour, milk and salt, then coat the cauliflower florets.
- 2Roll in the breadcrumbs.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 200°C / 400°F.
- 4Air fry for 12-16 minutes, shaking halfway, until crisp and golden.
- 5Toss in sauce if you like and serve.
Tips for the best results
- Toss in sauce after cooking to keep the coating crisp.
- Panko breadcrumbs give the crunchiest finish.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer cauliflower wings steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the shake halfway, which leaves one side pale.
- Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer cauliflower wings?
A typical starting point is 200°C / 400°F for 12-16 min, shake halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer cauliflower wings ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer cauliflower wings serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.