Vegan Bang Bang Cauliflower
Enjoy the irresistible crunch and vibrant flavors of Vegan Bang Bang Cauliflower. These crispy cauliflower wings are coated in a golden, crunchy batter and tossed with a creamy, spicy-sweet bang bang sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or main course served over rice, this plant-based delight is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your spice preferences. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for a satisfying meal, these wings are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 4 cups florets)
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 1 cup Thai sweet chili sauce
- 1 cup vegan mayo
- 1–2 teaspoons sriracha (to taste)
- 1–2 cups Panko bread crumbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C) or air fryer to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix flour, granulated onion, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper. Gradually whisk in non-dairy milk until smooth.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, then coat in Panko breadcrumbs.
- Arrange on the baking tray with space between each piece. Bake for 15 minutes; flip and bake for another 15 minutes until golden brown.
- For air frying, cook in batches for 15–25 minutes until crispy.
- While cooking, mix Thai sweet chili sauce, vegan mayo, and sriracha in a small bowl until smooth.
- Toss cooked florets in bang bang sauce and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked cauliflower (150g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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