Honey Sriracha Air Fryer Cauliflower Wings

Ingredients

For the Cauliflower & Batter

• 1 large head Cauliflower , cut into bite-sized bite-size florets (approx. 5–6 cups)
• $\frac{1}{2}$ cup All-Purpose Flour (or gluten-free 1:1 baking flour)
• $\frac{1}{4}$ cup Cornstarch (key for extra crispness)
• $\frac{1}{2}$ cup Unsweetened Milk (dairy or plant-based like almond or oat)
• $\frac{1}{4}$ cup Water (adjust slightly if batter is too thick)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• $\frac{1}{2}$ tsp Smoked Paprika
• $\frac{1}{2}$ tsp Kosher Salt
• $\frac{1}{4}$ tsp Black Pepper
• 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs (placed in a separate shallow bowl)
• Cooking Oil Spray (Avocado oil or olive oil spray)

For the Honey Sriracha Glaze

• $\frac{1}{3}$ cup Sriracha Sauce (adjust to taste)
• $\frac{1}{3}$ cup Pure Honey
• 2 tbsp Unsalted Butter , melted (or vegan butter alternative)
• 1 tbsp Soy Sauce or Coconut Aminos
• 1 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
• 1 clove Garlic , finely minced

Optional Garnishes

• 2 Green Onions , thinly sliced
• 1 tsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
• Ranch or Blue Cheese dressing for dipping

Instructions

1. Preheat your air fryer to $400^\circ\text{F}$ ( $200^\circ\text{C}$ ) for 3 to 5 minutes. Wash and dry the head of cauliflower thoroughly. Cut into uniform, bite-sized florets. Tip: Keeping florets roughly equal in size ensures they cook through evenly without burning.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, milk, and water until smooth. The consistency should resemble pancake batter. In a separate shallow dish, pour out the panko breadcrumbs.
3. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, letting any excess drip off. Roll the battered floret in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently so the crumbs adhere completely. Repeat until all florets are coated.
4. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange coated florets in a single layer with space between them—do not overcrowd. Generously spray the tops of the cauliflower with cooking oil spray. Air fry at $400^\circ\text{F}$ ( $200^\circ\text{C}$ ) for 12 to 14 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
5. While the cauliflower air fries, combine the Sriracha, honey, melted butter, soy sauce, lime juice, and minced garlic in a large heat-safe bowl. Whisk until fully emulsified.
6. Transfer the crisped cauliflower florets directly into the bowl with the honey Sriracha glaze. Toss gently to coat each piece. Return glazed wings back into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at $400^\circ\text{F}$ ( $200^\circ\text{C}$ ) for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce bubbles, sticky-caramelizes, and adheres to the coating.
7. Transfer the wings to a platter. Top with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately with cold ranch, blue cheese, or extra Sriracha on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 265 kcal — · Protein: 6 g 12% · Fat: 7.5 g 10% · Carbohydrates: 46 g 17% Dietary · Saturated Fat: 3.2 g 16% · Fiber: 4.2 g 15% · Sugar: 21 g — Includes Added · Sodium: 680 mg 30%