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The Best Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe

The Best Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe

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The Best Bang Bang Cauliflower Recipe is a delightful and crispy dish that elevates any appetizer or side meal with its spicy and sweet Bang Bang sauce. Each bite is packed with flavor, making it perfect for gatherings, parties, or a cozy night in front of the TV. This easy-to-make recipe features tender cauliflower florets coated in a crunchy Panko breadcrumb layer, providing an irresistible texture that everyone will love. Whether served as a snack or accompanied by your favorite sides, this dish promises to impress friends and family alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • â…” cup milk
  • 2 pints cauliflower, cut into florets
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Thai sweet chili sauce
  • 3 teaspoons Sriracha sauce
  • 1â…“ cups Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • olive oil for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 420°F (215°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, milk, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, then roll in Panko breadcrumbs for added crunch.
  4. Arrange the coated florets on a parchment-lined baking tray and drizzle lightly with olive oil.
  5. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  6. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with Thai sweet chili sauce, Sriracha sauce, and rice vinegar to create the Bang Bang sauce.
  7. Toss the baked cauliflower in the sauce and serve immediately.

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