BBQ Cauliflower Wings Air Fryer Recipe

This BBQ cauliflower wings air fryer recipe is healthy, delicious, and easy to make with few ingredients for the perfect appetizer or main dinner dish.

If you’re looking for a delicious way to get more veggies into your diet, this bbq cauliflower wings air fryer recipe is great! Crunchy on the outside and tender in the middle, they are tangy and tasty.

Cooking bbq cauliflower wings in the air fryer means that the outside is extra crunchy in a way that you can’t get in a pan or the oven. The recipe is also easily made gluten-free, so this is a perfect entree for those who follow a gluten-free diet or just want to eat more veg.

Cauliflower bbq wings taste like a naughty takeaway side dish, but they’re cooked with minimal oil and packed with nutrients. The perfect way to enjoy a treat while still looking out for your health!

Ingredients you’ll need to make BBQ Cauliflower wings.

**Find the full list of ingredients along with the recipe instructions at the end of this post**

Cauliflower head: Cauliflower is low calorie and also a great source of essential nutrients such as Vitamin C (necessary for maintaining your immune system), Vitamin K (needed for blood clotting and building bones), and fiber (helps to regulate blood sugar and keep hunger in check)

Eggs: Eggs bind the breadcrumbs to the cauliflower. If you prefer not to use egg, you can use 1 tbsp ground flaxseed in 3 tbsp of water as a vegan alternative.

Breadcrumbs: You can buy breadcrumbs or make them by grating bread or putting it in the food processor. To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free bread to make breadcrumbs.

Garlic powder: To give your breadcrumbs a tasty edge.

BBQ sauce: Cauliflower barbeque wings take their flavor from sweet and tangy BBQ sauce! For a healthier alternative, choose a low sugar BBQ sauce. You can also use hoisin sauce, teriyaki, or hot sauce to try a different flavor.

How to make bbq cauliflower wings in air fryer?

Mix breadcrumbs and garlic powder in a medium bowl set aside.

In a shallow dish, lightly beat eggs and set aside.

Chop the cauliflower head into bite-sized pieces. Dip the cauliflower one at a time into the egg mixture, letting the excess drip off, and coat with the breadcrumbs. Repeat with remaining pieces.

Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook to 400ºF for 12 minutes, turning halfway through. Add the cooked cauliflower into a large bowl with the bbq sauce; gently mix until well coated. Transfer to the air fryer basket and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the cauliflower is fork-tender. Serve and enjoy!

Recipe tips

• Cook the cauliflower in a single layer to allow the hot air to circulate.
• Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• Reheat at 400ºF for 3-5 minutes or until heated through. Add more BBQ sauce if desired.

How long to cook bbq cauliflower wings in the air fryer

Cook your bbq cauliflower bites for around 17 minutes at 400°F, turning halfway through and coating with BBQ sauce 5 minutes before the end. 

The cooking time will depend on the size of the florets and your air fryer. However, you can tell when they are done because they will be golden brown and crispy on the outside.

What goes well with cauliflower wings

These easy bbq cauliflower wings are lovely as part of a selection of smaller entrees, creating a buffet-style feast! 

Try serving them alongside crunchy yet succulent air fryer breaded chicken tenders, juicy air fryer shrimp with garlic butter, quick and easy air fryer cheese quesadillas, and sweet and salty air fryer prosciutto-wrapped dates.

You can also serve them as part of a meatless meal with brown rice and quinoa.

How to store BBQ cauliflower

You can store air fryer bbq cauliflower wings in the fridge for 3-5 days and in the freezer for 10 to 12 months.

To store, transfer your cauliflower to a freezer bag or airtight container and move it to the fridge or freezer.

How to reheat bbq cauliflower bites

Always reheat bbq cauliflower in the air fryer to prevent them from going soggy or drying out. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F, heat the cauliflower for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway through.

If you are heating from frozen, always cook straight from frozen to guarantee the best texture, and increase the time to 10 minutes.

FAQ's

Can you use frozen cauliflower to make bbq cauliflower?

You can! Making fried bbq cauliflower wings with frozen cauliflower is a great time saver! If you’re using frozen cauliflower, cook it directly from frozen as defrosting can ruin the texture. Keep in mind that the cooking time will vary if using frozen cauliflower.

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