Bang Bang Cauliflower
A delightful twist on the classic appetizer featuring crispy, spicy, and addictive cauliflower florets coated in a sweet and spicy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons sriracha
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or vegan mayo)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
- Combine the plant-based milk with the dry mixture until smooth to create the batter.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then roll in breadcrumbs until coated.
- Arrange the florets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Mix the sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and mayonnaise (or vegan mayo) in a separate bowl to create the Bang Bang sauce.
- Toss the baked cauliflower in the sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
Pairs wonderfully with steamed rice, a fresh salad, or in a crunchy wrap. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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