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Crispy Cauliflower Buffalo Wings with Creamy Vegan Ranch Dip

Crispy Cauliflower Buffalo Wings with Creamy Vegan Ranch Dip

This recipe offers a delicious twist on buffalo wings using cauliflower, perfect for parties or game nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 head Cauliflower small head
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or chickpea flour for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Unsweetened Almond or Soy Milk any plant-based milk
  • 0.5 cup Water adjust as needed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Powder or cayenne for extra heat
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs gluten-free option available
  • 0.5 cup Frank's Red Hot Buffalo Wings Sauce or your preferred buffalo sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil optional for oil-free version
  • 0.5 cup Vegan Mayonnaise or cashew cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Dill or fresh for brighter flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Parsley or fresh if available

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
  3. In a bowl, mix together the flour, almond or soy milk, water, garlic powder, and paprika powder to create a batter.
  4. Dip the cauliflower florets into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
  5. Roll the coated florets in panko bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  6. Place the breaded cauliflower wings on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 25 minutes until golden and crispy.
  8. In another bowl, combine the buffalo sauce and olive oil (if using).
  9. Toss the baked cauliflower wings in the buffalo sauce mixture until well coated.
  10. Return the wings to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes.
  11. Serve with vegan mayonnaise mixed with dill and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Customize the wings with different seasonings like garlic powder or BBQ sauce. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days, and reheat in the oven for best results.

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