Description

These Jackfruit Wings offer a flavorful, crispy, and plant-based alternative to traditional chicken wings. Seasoned with a blend of spices, battered, and lightly fried to golden perfection, they absorb sauces beautifully and are perfect for dipping. Ideal for game days, family dinners, or as a tasty snack, these vegan wings provide all the indulgence of classic wings without any meat, making them a guilt-free delight for wing lovers and plant-based eaters alike.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1 15 oz can green jackfruit in brine
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp crushed black pepper
Salt to taste

Batter and Coating

1/3 cup all-purpose flour (divided)
3 tbsp all-purpose flour (for coating)
3/4 cup unsweetened plant milk (such as almond or soy)
1/2 tsp baking soda

Frying

About 1/2 cup canola oil for frying

Optional

1/4 cup barbecue or buffalo sauce

Instructions

Prep Jackfruit: Drain and rinse the canned green jackfruit thoroughly. Cut the jackfruit into wing-sized pieces, ensuring they resemble traditional wing shapes for best texture. Toss the pieces evenly with cayenne, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, crushed black pepper, and salt to taste, coating them thoroughly in the spices.
Bake or Air Fry: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) or your air fryer. Arrange the seasoned jackfruit pieces on a baking tray or air fryer basket spaced evenly. Bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking and slight crispness, or air fry for about 5 minutes until edges start crisping while keeping the inside tender.
Prepare Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup of flour, plant milk, baking soda, and a pinch of salt until smooth. This batter will help the flour adhere and give the wings a light coating.
Coat Jackfruit: Dunk the baked/air-fried jackfruit pieces into the prepared batter, making sure each piece is fully coated. Then roll them in the remaining 3 tablespoons of flour to create a crispy outer layer.
Fry: Heat about 1/2 cup canola oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, fry the coated jackfruit pieces for about 30 seconds on each side or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove them with tongs and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
Optional Sauce Toss: If desired, toss the crispy jackfruit wings in barbecue or buffalo sauce to coat evenly. Serve immediately with your favorite vegan dips like ranch, blue cheese alternative, or celery sticks for a classic wing experience.

Notes

Draining and rinsing the jackfruit well is essential to remove the brine flavor and achieve the best texture.
Baking or air frying the seasoned jackfruit before battering helps to firm up pieces and reduce sogginess after frying.
You can substitute canola oil with vegetable oil or another neutral oil with a high smoke point.
Adjust the cayenne and chili powder quantities to increase or decrease spiciness according to your taste preference.
These wings are best served immediately to enjoy maximum crispness but can be kept warm in a low oven if needed.
Leftovers can be reheated in an air fryer or oven to help restore crispiness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Keywords: jackfruit wings, vegan wings, plant-based wings, crispy jackfruit, vegan appetizer, buffalo jackfruit, barbecue jackfruit, meatless wings