The Best Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe
The Best Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe is a vibrant dish that combines crispy, baked cauliflower with a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. This vegetarian-friendly recipe is perfect for any gathering—whether as an appetizer or a satisfying side dish. Enjoy the delightful crunch and explosion of flavors that make this dish irresistible. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow steps, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time. Serve it warm with your favorite dips or alongside fresh salads for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ⅔ cup milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 2 pints cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 1 ⅓ cups Panko breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
- 3 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 420°F (215°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, milk, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Coat cauliflower florets in the batter and then in Panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange the breaded florets on a parchment-lined baking tray; drizzle lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While baking, prepare the Bang Bang sauce by mixing mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha sauce, and rice vinegar in a small bowl.
- Toss baked cauliflower in the sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 4 florets (100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg