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Bang Bang Cauliflower
Nawaal Ahmed

Crispy Bang Bang Cauliflower with Creamy Sweet Chili Sauce

Oven-Baked Bang Bang Cauliflower Bites
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asain-inspired
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium cauliflower head cut into florets
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup sweet chili sauce
  • 2 tbsp sriracha sauce
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tbsp chopped green onions
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Cut the cauliflower into medium bite-sized florets for even cooking.
  3. Whisk together flour, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
  4. Add the cauliflower florets to the batter and toss until every piece is evenly coated.
  5. Place panko breadcrumbs in a separate bowl and coat each battered floret thoroughly for maximum crunch.
  6. Arrange the coated cauliflower on the prepared baking tray in a single layer without overcrowding.
  7. Drizzle olive oil lightly over the florets to help them crisp and brown beautifully.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes until the coating becomes golden and crisp around the edges.
  9. Flip the cauliflower halfway through baking for even color and texture.
  10. Whisk mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, rice vinegar, and honey together in a small bowl until creamy and smooth.
  11. Remove the cauliflower from the oven once crispy and lightly browned.
  12. Toss the hot cauliflower gently with part of the bang bang sauce until evenly coated.
  13. Transfer to a serving plate and drizzle extra sauce over the top.
  14. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving warm.

Notes

Protein: 7 g

Carbohydrates: 28 g

Fat: 20 g

Fiber: 4 g

Sugar: 9 g

Sodium: 620 mg