Description
The Best Bang Bang Cauliflower is a crispy, flavorful dish that’s vegetarian and gluten-free, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head Cauliflower Florets
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup Cornstarch
- 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup
- 1 tablespoon Lime Juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and water until smooth.
- Coat the Cauliflower: Dip each floret into the batter, then roll them in panko breadcrumbs until coated.
- Bake: Arrange the coated cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 25 minutes until golden, turning halfway through.
- Prepare Bang Bang Sauce: Mix mayonnaise, Sriracha, honey or maple syrup, and lime juice in a bowl until smooth.
- Serve: Toss baked cauliflower in Bang Bang sauce and serve warm.
Notes
- Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
- Use regular breadcrumbs if panko is not available.
- Opt for vegan mayo and maple syrup for a plant-based option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg