Difficulty: Moderate | Serves: 4
Craving something spicy, crispy, and satisfying without the guilt? Korean-Inspired Gochujang Cauliflower Wings are here to satisfy your snack cravings with a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami. These baked (or air-fried) cauliflower bites are coated in a sticky, bold gochujang glaze, delivering that addictive crunch with every bite. Perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or game-day favorite—you won’t even miss the chicken! 🌱🔥
Ingredients
🔥 For the Cauliflower Wings:
☑ 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets 🥦
☑ ¾ cup all-purpose flour (or chickpea flour for GF) 🌾
☑ ¾ cup plant-based milk (or regular milk) 🥛
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 garlic powder 🧄
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 onion powder 🧅
☑ ½ teaspoon🥄 salt & black pepper 🧂
☑ 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs) 🍞
🔥 For the Gochujang Glaze:
☑ 3 tablespoons🥄 gochujang (Korean chili paste) 🌶️
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 soy sauce (or tamari for GF) 🥢
☑ 2 tablespoons🥄 maple syrup or honey 🍯
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 rice vinegar 🍚
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 sesame oil 🫒
☑ 1 clove garlic, minced 🧄
☑ 1 teaspoon🥄 grated ginger 🫚
🔥 For Garnish:
☑ Toasted sesame seeds 🌱
☑ Thinly sliced green onions 🌿
☑ Lime wedges for extra zing 🍋
👨🍳 Cooking Steps
🥦 Step 1: Prepare the Cauliflower
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) or preheat your air fryer.
2️⃣ In a bowl, whisk together flour, plant-based milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to form a batter.
3️⃣ Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, then coat with panko breadcrumbs for an extra crispy texture.
🔥 Step 2: Bake or Air-Fry
1️⃣ Arrange the coated florets on a lined baking sheet or in an air fryer basket.
2️⃣ Bake for 25-30 minutes (or air-fry for 15-18 minutes) until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
🌶️ Step 3: Make the Gochujang Glaze
1️⃣ In a pan, combine gochujang, soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
2️⃣ Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened and sticky.
🥦 Step 4: Toss & Serve
1️⃣ Toss the crispy cauliflower in the warm gochujang glaze until well coated.
2️⃣ Garnish with toasted sesame seeds, green onions, and a squeeze of lime.
3️⃣ Serve hot with a cool dipping sauce like ranch or creamy sesame for contrast.
Crispy, spicy, and completely addictive—Korean-Inspired Gochujang Cauliflower Wings are the ultimate healthy indulgence! Who’s ready to spice up snack time? 🌶️🥦
