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Jackfruit Wings

Crispy Jackfruit Wings: Quick, Flavorful Vegan Delight

Crispy Jackfruit Wings are a quick, flavorful, and vegan-friendly appetizer that impresses with a satisfying crunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 1 can Canned Green Jackfruit In brine
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Or substitute with paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to spice tolerance
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be swapped in if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Crushed Black Pepper
For the Batter
  • 1/3 cup Flour Divided, gluten-free blends can be used
  • 1 cup Plant Milk Almond or soy milk
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on dietary needs
For Frying
  • 2 cups Canola Oil Or vegetable/coconut oil
Optional Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Barbecue or Buffalo Sauce To customize flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • frying pan
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Drain and rinse the canned green jackfruit to remove excess brine. Cut into wing-sized pieces.
  2. Toss jackfruit with cayenne pepper, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and crushed black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) if baking. Arrange jackfruit on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through. Alternatively, air fry for 5 minutes.
  4. Combine 1/3 cup of flour with plant milk, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl until smooth.
  5. Dip each piece of jackfruit into the batter, roll in remaining flour for an even coat.
  6. Heat canola oil over medium heat and fry the coated jackfruit wings for 1-2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Toss wings in barbecue or buffalo sauce before serving with dipping sauces and crunchy vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 3wingsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Enjoy these crispy jackfruit wings fresh out of the fryer for the best texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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