Vegetarian Crispy Fried Wing Dings

Transform your snack-time favorites with these irresistible Vegetarian Crispy Fried Wing Dings, the perfect plant-based spin on a classic comfort food! Tender cauliflower florets are coated in a bold-spiced batter, dipped in a fiery non-dairy milk and hot sauce mixture, and rolled in crunchy panko breadcrumbs for that ultimate golden crisp. Deep-fried to perfection, these veggie wings deliver a satisfying crunch with every bite, paired with a subtle heat from cayenne and a smoky touch of paprika. Quick and easy to prepare, they’re the ideal game-day appetizer or crowd-pleasing snack. Serve them fresh from the skillet with your favorite dipping sauces—ranch, blue cheese, or an extra splash of hot sauce—for an unforgettable vegetarian twist on crispy fried bites. Perfect for vegans and vegetarians, this recipe delivers big flavor without compromising texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower florets
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Non-dairy milk (unsweetened almond milk or soy milk)
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs

Directions

Step 1

Begin by cutting the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, ensuring that the pieces are somewhat uniform for even cooking.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the non-dairy milk and hot sauce. Stir thoroughly to blend.

Step 4

Place the cauliflower florets into the flour mixture, making sure to coat them completely.

Step 5

Dip each flour-coated floret into the milk and hot sauce mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 6

After dipping in the milk mixture, coat each floret with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 7

In a large, deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 8

Carefully place the coated cauliflower florets into the hot oil, cooking them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 9

Fry the florets for 4-5 minutes each batch, turning them occasionally, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried florets to a plate or baking sheet lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 11

Serve these crispy vegetarian wing dings immediately with your favorite dipping sauces such as ranch, blue cheese, or additional hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2033.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8330.2

Total Fat 844.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 119.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 537.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4119.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 237.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.0g	0%
Total Sugars 19.1g
Protein 40.5g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 660.5mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 2218.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 87.3%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 10.9%