Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe
This Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe is crispy, spicy, and so addictive! Made with cauliflower, mayo, chili sauce, honey, and spices—perfect snack or appetizer.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Baking tray or air fryer
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Tongs or spatula
Ingredients
For the Cauliflower:
- 1 medium cauliflower cut into florets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bang Bang Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sriracha optional
For Garnish:
- Green onions chopped
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the batter
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, water, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Step 2: Coat cauliflower
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it’s fully coated.
Step 3: Bake or air fry
- Place the coated florets on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Step 4: Make the sauce
- In another bowl, mix mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, honey, and sriracha until smooth.
Step 5: Toss and serve
- Toss the crispy cauliflower in the sauce until well coated. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.