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Baked Bang Bang Cauliflower

A spicy, crispy baked cauliflower dish that delivers a flavorful punch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cauliflower
  • 1 head cauliflower cut into florets
Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water or plant-based milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
Bang Bang Sauce
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons green onions chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Method
 

Prepare the Cauliflower
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, water, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt to make the batter.
  3. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated.
  4. Place the coated florets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the Cauliflower
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Make the Bang Bang Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice until smooth.
Serve
  1. Once the cauliflower is baked, drizzle with Bang Bang sauce and sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

Adjust the spiciness of the Bang Bang sauce by varying the amount of sriracha used.

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