Tandoori Cauliflower Wings
Crispy oven-baked tandoori cauliflower wings with panko and yogurt dip. Easy steps, crisp tips, vegan swaps, and reheating advice.
Tandoori Cauliflower Wings, a contemporary twist on the classic favorite, bring a burst of Indian-inspired flavors to the table. This vegetarian-friendly dish features cauliflower florets coated in a vibrant tandoori spice batter, breadcrumbs, and a tandoori sauce. When cooked to perfection, the cauliflower wings achieve a crispy exterior while retaining a tender, flavorful core. Served with a tandoori yogurt dipping sauce, it offers a perfect balance of smokiness, warmth, and a hint of tanginess in each crispy, oven-baked bite.
This recipe comes from our partner Devanshi Shah of @thisisdeeskitchen
Yield: 2 Servings
- Bake florets at 425 F (220 C): 30 minutes, flip, brush sauce, bake 10 minutes, then broil 2 minutes for char.
- Dry cauliflower, use panko, avoid overcrowding and consider a wire rack or cornstarch for extra crisp.
- Simple vegan, gluten-free swaps and reheating tips keep wings tasty and crunchy after storage.
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Preparation Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine flour, tandoori seasoning, and salt and pepper. Add the milk and whisk until you have a batter with no lumps.
Dunk each cauliflower floret in the batter, making sure it is evenly coated. Take the floret out of the batter, allowing excess batter to drip back in to the bowl.
Roll the batter coated cauliflower wings in the Panko breadcrumbs, then place on the parchment lined baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake the cauliflower wings for 30 minutes, flipping halfway.
Meanwhile, make the tandoori coating sauce. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, and tandoori seasoning.
Remove the cauliflower wings from the oven and brush each side with the tandoori coating sauce. Place them back in the oven and bake for 10 minutes. Then broil on high for 2 minutes.
Make a tandoori dipping sauce. In a bowl, mix yogurt, tomato ketchup, chili sauce, lime juice, and tandoori seasoning.
Place the cauliflower wings on a serving tray or dish. Drizzle some of the tandoori dipping sauce. Optional, garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve with the tandoori dipping sauce!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the baking time and temperature?
Preheat oven to 425 F (220 C). Bake the coated florets 30 minutes, flip halfway. Brush with the tandoori coating, bake 10 more minutes, then broil on high about 2 minutes to get char. Watch closely under the broiler to avoid burning.
How can I make the wings extra crispy?
Pat cauliflower very dry before battering, use panko breadcrumbs, and do not overcrowd the pan. Bake on a wire rack set over the sheet for air circulation or spray lightly with oil. Adding a little cornstarch to the flour mix also helps create a crisp crust.
Can I air fry these instead of oven baking?
Yes. Air fry at about 375 F (190 C) for 12 to 18 minutes, flipping once. After coating with the tandoori sauce, air fry an extra 2 to 3 minutes to set the glaze. Times vary by air fryer size and floret size.
How do I make this recipe vegan or gluten free?
For vegan: use plant milk, vegan mayonnaise, and dairy-free yogurt. For gluten free: swap all purpose flour and panko for gluten-free flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gf cereal. You can use a flax or aquafaba binder if you prefer.
How should I store and reheat leftovers?
Store cooled wings in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in a 350 F (175 C) oven for 8 to 10 minutes or in an air fryer 350 F for 4 to 6 minutes to restore crispness. Avoid the microwave if you want them crispy.
Can I make these ahead or freeze them?
Yes. Freeze baked wings in a single layer on a tray until firm, then transfer to a bag. Reheat from frozen in a 375 F (190 C) oven for about 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway. You can also freeze unbaked, coated florets but add a few extra minutes when baking from frozen.
How do I adjust the spice level?
To tone down heat, reduce the tandoori seasoning and add more yogurt or a touch of sugar in the sauce. To increase heat, add cayenne, chili powder, or swap sweet chili sauce for a hotter chili sauce. Lime juice adds brightness without more heat.
What is the baking time and temperature?
Preheat oven to 425 F (220 C). Bake the coated florets 30 minutes, flip halfway. Brush with the tandoori coating, bake 10 more minutes, then broil on high about 2 minutes to get char. Watch closely under the broiler to avoid burning.
How can I make the wings extra crispy?
Pat cauliflower very dry before battering, use panko breadcrumbs, and do not overcrowd the pan. Bake on a wire rack set over the sheet for air circulation or spray lightly with oil. Adding a little cornstarch to the flour mix also helps create a crisp crust.
Can I air fry these instead of oven baking?
Yes. Air fry at about 375 F (190 C) for 12 to 18 minutes, flipping once. After coating with the tandoori sauce, air fry an extra 2 to 3 minutes to set the glaze. Times vary by air fryer size and floret size.
How do I make this recipe vegan or gluten free?
For vegan: use plant milk, vegan mayonnaise, and dairy-free yogurt. For gluten free: swap all purpose flour and panko for gluten-free flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed gf cereal. You can use a flax or aquafaba binder if you prefer.
How should I store and reheat leftovers?
Store cooled wings in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. Reheat in a 350 F (175 C) oven for 8 to 10 minutes or in an air fryer 350 F for 4 to 6 minutes to restore crispness. Avoid the microwave if you want them crispy.
Can I make these ahead or freeze them?
Yes. Freeze baked wings in a single layer on a tray until firm, then transfer to a bag. Reheat from frozen in a 375 F (190 C) oven for about 15 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway. You can also freeze unbaked, coated florets but add a few extra minutes when baking from frozen.
How do I adjust the spice level?
To tone down heat, reduce the tandoori seasoning and add more yogurt or a touch of sugar in the sauce. To increase heat, add cayenne, chili powder, or swap sweet chili sauce for a hotter chili sauce. Lime juice adds brightness without more heat.
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