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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Recipes

    Published: Dec 14, 2021 · Modified: Sep 1, 2022 by Petranka · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings Recipe

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    Tender on the inside, crispy on the outside, these Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings will be your new favorite appetizer! They're completely vegan, and can easily be made gluten-free!

    A blue bowl filled with teriyaki cauliflower wings, topped with sesame seeds and green onion.

    Even if you're not a fan of cauliflower, these teriyaki wings will win your heart! They're savory, meaty, and chewy, yet still taste fresh and wholesome.

    These bites are easy to make and can be served to a party as an appetizer, or as a side dish to your weeknight dinner.

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    • Ingredients and notes
    • How to make teriyaki cauliflower wings
    • Expert Tips
    • FAQ
    • More Easy Vegan Side Dishes
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    Ingredients and notes

    Gathered ingredients for making teriyaki cauliflower wings.
    • Flour. We use regular flour, but gluten-free all-purpose flour will work as well.
    • Breadcrumbs. We use homemade breadcrumbs (made with whole-wheat bread), but you can use panko breadcrumbs.
    • Milk. We use soy milk, but you can use any unsweetened milk you like.
    • Brown sugar. Can be substituted with white sugar if needed.
    • Spices like garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

    How to make teriyaki cauliflower wings

    Step 1

    Start by cutting your cauliflower into florets, then give them a good wash and pat them dry with a clean towel or kitchen paper.

    Step 2

    Mix the flour, garlic powder, and milk in a medium bowl until a smooth batter is formed.

    Chopped cauliflower florets on a wooden cutting board.
    Mixing the batter with a stainless-steel whisk.

    Step 3

    Dip each floret into the batter first, making sure that any excess batter has dripped off. Then roll in the breadcrumbs. Repeat until all florets are coated.

    Step 4

    Place the wings on a baking sheet and bake in a pre-heated oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through. You know they are ready when the coating is lightly golden.

    Coating battered cauliflower wings in breadcrumbs.
    Breaded cauliflower wings on a baking sheet layered with parchment paper.

    Step 5

    In the meantime, prepare the sauce. Add all of the ingredients to a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it starts to simmer, bring the heat down and cook the sauce for 2-3 minutes, whisking constantly, until it thickens.

    Step 6

    Transfer wings to a bowl and coat with the sauce. Top with some toasted sesame seeds and serve!

    Teriyaki sauce in a saucepan with a whisk in it.
    Cauliflower wings coated in teriyaki sauce in a blue bowl, and topped with sesame seeds.

    Expert Tips

    • Let excess batter drip off, you want the wings to have just a thin coating.
    • Make sure to whisk the teriyaki sauce constantly once it starts to boil. It tends to burn easily.
    • Serve them right after making. These cauliflower wings are the best right after they're made. They don't stay crispy for long, so make sure not to make them too far ahead.

    FAQ

    Can you bake them in the air fryer?

    Yes! The air fryer will cook the wings twice as fast, just keep in mind that the texture will be slightly different. Since the oven takes longer to cook, the cauliflower gets soft and chewy on the inside. Whereas, when using an air fryer, it has more of a bite to it.

    Why are my cauliflower wings soggy?

    Adding too much sauce can cause your wings to become soggy. I suggest coating them with ⅔ of the sauce first and reserving the rest if you want to drizzle some more while eating.
    If your sauce is too hot, that may also be a problem. In that case, let it cool for 5 minutes before using.

    Can you freeze teriyaki cauliflower wings?

    No. This recipe is best when fresh and freezing will completely change the texture. I don't recommend it.

    What do you serve them with?

    We love to serve these wings with coconut rice, chili oil noodles, or smoky tofu on the side!

    Teriyaki cauliflower wings served in a blue bowl. Topped with green onion and sesame seeds.

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    A blue bowl filled with teriyaki cauliflower wings, topped with sesame seeds and green onion.

    Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings Recipe

    Tender on the inside, crispy on the outside, these Teriyaki Cauliflower Wings will be your new favorite appetizer! They're completely vegan, and can easily be made gluten-free!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Gluten-free, Japanese-Inspired, Vegan
    Keyword: cauliflower, cauliflower wings, teriyaki sauce
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Author: Petranka
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    Equipment

    • Air fryer or oven

    Ingredients

    For the cauliflower wings

    • 1 medium cauliflower head, chopped into florets
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 cup flour (either all-purpose flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour)
    • 1 ¼ cup unsweetened non-dairy milk (we use soy milk)
    • 2 cups breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
    • Cooking spray

    For the teriyaki sauce

    • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari if gluten-free)
    • 1 cup water
    • 2 tablespoon brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
    • 3 garlic cloves, minced
    • 2 tsp minced ginger
    • 2 tablespoon corn starch (or sub with arrowroot starch)
    • ⅛ teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
    • A pinch of chili flakes (optional, for heat)

    Instructions

    • Pre-heat oven or air fryer to 350F (180C). If using an oven, lay a piece of parchment paper onto a baking sheet.
    • To a medium mixing bowl, mix flour and garlic powder together. Then slowly pour the milk, stirring constantly to prevent clumps. The mixture should be smooth and creamy.
    • To another bowl, add the breadcrumbs. Start coating the cauliflower florets by dipping each one in the wet mixture first, letting any excess batter drip off. Then roll it in the breadcrumbs. Repeat until all florets are coated.

    Oven

    • Add florets to a baking sheet and spray with cooking spray or oil. Bake for 15 minutes, then flip and bake for 15-20 more minutes, until golden.

    Air fryer

    • Spray the air fryer basket with oil or cooking spray. Add florets to the basket in a single layer, then spray them with oil. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until golden and crispy. Make sure to stop and shake the basket halfway through.

    Teriyaki sauce

    • In the meantime, make the teriyaki sauce. Add all of the ingredients to a saucepan- soy sauce, water, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, black pepper, and chili flakes (optional). Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. When the sauce starts to boil, turn the heat to medium-low and start whisking constantly, simmering the sauce for 2-3 minutes until it thickens. Remove from the heat.
    • Add wings to a bowl and pour ⅔ of the sauce. Mix gently. Use the rest of the sauce to drizzle on spots that didn't get coated well. Top with toasted sesame seeds (optional) and serve right away!
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    Notes

    Storage
    Fridge: Let cauliflower wings cool to room temperature. Transfer to a container and cover with a lid. Save in the fridge for up to 4 days.
    Freezer: This recipe is not freezer-friendly.
    Reheat
    Oven: Pre-heat oven to 350ºF (180ºC). Add cauliflower wings to a baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes or until warmed through.
    Air fryer: Pre-heat air fryer to 350ºF (180ºC). Spray basket with oil or cooking spray, and add the cauliflower wings in a single layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until warmed through.
    *Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated without optional ingredients, and with soy milk.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 186kcal

    Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated with third-party calculations without including the optional ingredients.

    Tried this recipe?Leave me a rating and a comment telling me how it went. Or tag me at @sunglowkichen and hashtag #sunglowkitchen on Instagram!

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    1. Julia says

      February 09, 2022 at 9:08 am

      5 stars
      We LOVED these!

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      • Petranka says

        February 09, 2022 at 9:11 am

        Amazing!

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