Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe
Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe is crispy, creamy, and slightly spicy. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish with bold flavors everyone will love.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet or air fryer basket
- Parchment paper if baking
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tongs or spoon for tossing
- Serving plate or bowl
Ingredients
- Cauliflower – 1 medium head, cut into bite-sized florets
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- ½ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Black pepper
- ¼ cup Vegan mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Sweet chili sauce
- 1-2 tsp Sriracha, adjust to taste
- 1 tsp Lime juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- Chopped green onions, optional garnish
- Sesame seeds, optional garnish
Instructions
Prep Cauliflower
- Wash and cut cauliflower into small florets. Pat dry to remove excess moisture for crispiness.
Toss with Cornstarch
- In a large bowl, toss cauliflower with cornstarch, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Cook Cauliflower
- Preheat oven to 425°F or set up your air fryer. Arrange cauliflower on a baking sheet or air fryer basket.
Roast or Air-Fry
- Roast or air-fry cauliflower for 15–20 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through for even cooking.
Make Bang Bang Sauce
- Whisk together vegan mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, lime juice, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
Coat Cauliflower
- Transfer cooked cauliflower to a large bowl and toss with the Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated.
Serve and Garnish
- Place coated cauliflower on a serving plate and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, air-fry instead of baking
- Adjust sriracha to make it mild or spicy
- Serve immediately for best texture