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The Best Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe

Crispy, spicy, and creamy, this Bang Bang Cauliflower is a perfect appetizer or side dish that packs a punch of flavor.
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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: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cauliflower
  • 1 head cauliflower cut into florets
Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup water adjust for consistency
  • 1 teaspoon garlic 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, garlic powder, paprika, and salt.
  3. Gradually whisk in water until you achieve a smooth batter.
  4. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
Bake the Cauliflower
  1. Place the battered cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
Make the Bang Bang Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and lime juice.
Serve
  1. Once the cauliflower is done, remove from the oven and drizzle with Bang Bang sauce.
  2. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gFiber: 4gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra crunch, you can broil the cauliflower for the last 2-3 minutes of baking.

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