Cauliflower, the cruciferous vegetable being used as a low-carb option for pizza crusts, rice, pasta and more, is also becoming a tried-and-true replacement for meat in spicy appetizers.

Cauliflower wings are in the Adoption stage, which includes items found in specialty retailers and progressive fast-casual restaurants

Woody’s Woodfired Pizza – Golden, Colo.

• Bite-size pieces of cauliflower coated in gluten free breading and fried, served with ranch dressing and choice of sauce.