Description
These vegan jackfruit wings are spicy, crispy, and golden—perfect for parties and game nights. Jackfruit delivers a meaty texture, and the double-batter technique ensures extra crunch, making them a crowd-pleasing plant-based alternative to classic wings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans young green jackfruit in brine, drained and rinsed (each can about 14 oz)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (can use gluten-free blend)
- 1 cup unsweetened plant milk (soy, oat, or almond)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (Frank’s RedHot recommended)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if needed)
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/3 cup hot wing sauce
- 2 tbsp vegan butter, melted
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or agave nectar
- Vegan ranch or blue cheese dressing (optional)
- Celery sticks (optional)
- Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Drain and rinse jackfruit. Shred pieces into strips, removing seeds and tough core bits. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, hot sauce, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, and dried thyme. Toss shredded jackfruit in marinade and let sit for 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, plant milk, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt until thick and smooth.
- In a shallow bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, cayenne pepper (if using), and dried oregano.
- Dip marinated jackfruit pieces into batter, shake off excess, then roll in panko mixture. Place coated pieces on lined baking sheet.
- Bake wings for 20 minutes, flip each piece, then bake another 12-15 minutes until golden and crispy.
- While wings bake, melt vegan butter in a small saucepan. Stir in hot wing sauce and maple syrup. Keep warm.
- Transfer baked wings to a large bowl. Pour warm sauce over and gently toss to coat.
- Serve wings on a platter with vegan ranch, celery sticks, and fresh parsley. Let cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
Double-dip for extra crispiness. Don’t overcrowd the tray for best results. Use a wire rack if possible for even crisping. Adjust spices to taste. For gluten-free, use GF flour and panko. Wings can be made ahead and reheated in oven or air fryer. Broil briefly if wings look pale after baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 32-35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 wings per serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 4
Keywords: vegan wings, jackfruit wings, party appetizer, plant-based, crispy wings, gluten-free option, dairy-free, spicy wings, game night snacks, vegan comfort food