Crispy Vegan Chicken Wings - DrNewMed Healthy Recipes for Healthy Eating

The ideal meatless appetiser are these quick and nutritious vegan buffalo cauliflower wings! They are crowd-pleasing finger foods that are perfect for picnics and parties and are kid-friendly. Try these tasty, crispy nibbles with your favourite dips!

Ingredients

1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any other plant-based milk)
1 cup whole wheat flour (or chickpea flour for a gluten-free option)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust according to your spice preference)
Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking spray or a few tablespoons of vegetable oil

For the Sauce

1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank’s RedHot or your favorite brand)
2 tablespoons vegan butter or coconut oil, melted
1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray/oil.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond milk, whole wheat flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper until you have a smooth batter.
Toss the cauliflower florets into the batter, ensuring they are well coated.
Place the cauliflower florets on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cauliflower is crispy and golden brown, flipping them halfway through to cook evenly.
While the cauliflower is baking, prepare the sauce by combining the hot sauce, melted vegan butter or coconut oil, and maple syrup/agave nectar in a bowl. Mix well.
Once the cauliflower is done baking, remove it from the oven and toss the crispy florets in the prepared sauce until evenly coated.
Return the sauced cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 5 minutes to set the sauce.
Serve your Healthy Vegan Chicken Wings with your favorite dipping sauce, celery sticks, and carrot sticks.