Description
Discover The Best Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe, a delightful fusion of crispy, tender cauliflower and a spicy-sweet sauce that makes for an irresistible treat! Baked to perfection, this dish offers a healthier alternative to fried snacks without compromising on flavor. Ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, it’s sure to impress your guests at any gathering or cozy night in. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, you can create this crowd-pleaser that both vegetarians and meat-lovers will enjoy. Dive into the bold flavors and crunchy texture of this unique recipe today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 (for the sauce)
- 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce (for the sauce)
- 3 teaspoons Sriracha sauce (for the sauce)
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (for the sauce)
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 pepper until smooth.
- Dip cauliflower florets into the batter until fully coated.
- Roll each floret in Panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Arrange on a parchment-lined baking tray and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
- Meanwhile, mix mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha sauce, and rice vinegar in a bowl for the Bang Bang sauce.
- Toss baked cauliflower in the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 5mg