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Vegan Bang Bang Cauliflower Wings

These Vegan Bang Bang Cauliflower Wings are a perfect appetizer or snack, featuring crispy battered cauliflower tossed in a creamy, spicy sauce. They are plant-based and packed with flavor, making them a favorite among vegans and non-vegans alike!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Asian-inspired
Servings 4 People
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 2 mixing bowls
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium cauliflower head About 2 pounds, cut into bite-sized florets.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup plant-based milk Such as almond, soy, or oat.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko is best for extra crunch.
  • 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, plant-based milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth. This will be your batter.
  • In another mixing bowl, place the breadcrumbs and set aside.
  • Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, ensuring it is thoroughly coated. Allow excess batter to drip off before rolling it in the breadcrumbs to coat fully.
  • Place the coated cauliflower wings onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through for even baking.
  • While the cauliflower wings are baking, prepare the Bang Bang sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the vegan mayonnaise, sriracha, maple syrup, and lime juice. Mix well and heat over low heat, stirring continuously until warm (about 2-3 minutes). Adjust the spiciness by adding more sriracha if desired.
  • Once the cauliflower wings are done, remove them from the oven and toss them in the Bang Bang sauce until fully coated.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

You can adjust the level of spice in the sauce by altering the amount of sriracha.
These wings can be served with a side of celery sticks and extra sauce for dipping.
Leftover wings can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.