Print

The Best Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe

The Best Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

This Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe is a sensational dish that combines crispy, tender cauliflower with a bold, spicy-sweet sauce. Perfect for any gathering, whether as an appetizer, side dish, or a main course, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor. In just under an hour, you can whip up this delightful treat that’s baked to perfection rather than fried, offering a healthier option without compromising on taste. Impress your family and friends with these crunchy cauliflower bites coated in a creamy homemade Bang Bang sauce.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pints cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 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
  • 1 ⅓ cups Panko breadcrumbs
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 3 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 420°F (215°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, milk, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter and coat with Panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking tray and lightly drizzle with olive oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Meanwhile, mix mayonnaise, Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha sauce, and rice vinegar in a small bowl for the Bang Bang sauce.
  6. Toss the baked cauliflower in the sauce and serve hot.

Nutrition