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Sticky Crispy Hot Honey Air Fryer Cauliflower

Get ready for sticky, crispy Air Fryer Honey Garlic Cauliflower! A healthy, flavor-packed appetizer or side dish the family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 292
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cauliflower wings
  • 1 head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
Toppings
  • 1 sesame seeds optional
  • 1 green onions optional
For the Honey Garlic Sauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 3 Tbsp lower sodium soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch
For the Spicy Ranch Dressing
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
  • 1/2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dill dried
  • 1 tsp chives fresh or dried
  • 1 tsp parsley dried
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 to 3 water plus more as needed to thin

Method
 

  1. Whisk Greek yogurt, adobo sauce, lemon juice, herbs, and seasonings in a small bowl. Set aside or refrigerate until serving.
  2. Whisk eggs in one bowl. In a separate bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt/pepper. Dip cauliflower florets completely in the egg wash, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture. Shake off excess breadcrumbs and place on the air fryer's wire rack.
  3. Cook cauliflower wings in batches if necessary, depending on your air fryer's size. Place them in a single layer on the rack, avoiding overcrowding to ensure air circulation and crispiness.
  4. Place wings in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 6 minutes. Flip them, then continue air-frying for another 6 minutes until golden and crispy.
  5. Place breaded wings on an oil-sprayed baking sheet. Bake in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Do not overcrowd the baking sheet.
  6. While cauliflower wings cook, whisk all honey garlic sauce ingredients together. Bring the sauce to a boil on the stove. Reduce heat and simmer for 4 to 5 minutes until thickened.
  7. Once cauliflower wings are ready, toss them with the honey garlic sauce until completely coated. Top with sesame seeds and green onions, if desired. Serve with the spicy ranch dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 292kcalCarbohydrates: 56.4gProtein: 12.1gFat: 3.4gSaturated Fat: 0.6gSodium: 1637mgFiber: 5.7gSugar: 27g

Notes

This recipe is a great option for a healthy appetizer or side dish. You can adjust the spice level of the ranch dressing to your preference.

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