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vegan bang bang cauliflower

Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Vegetarian
Servings: 4
Author: Valentina | The Baking Fairy

Ingredients

  • 1 head cauliflower
  • ½ cup unsweetened soy milk {or your favorite nondairy milk}
  • 2 tablespoon white vinegar
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2-3 cups corn oil for frying
  • *for the sauce*
  • ½ cup vegan mayonnaise
  • ½ - 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce {more or less depending on how much spice you like}
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes {more/less to taste}

Instructions

  • First, prepare the cauliflower. Rinse well under water and cut into small florets.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, add 1-2 tablespoon of salt, and toss in the cauliflower. Cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Set aside to cool.
  • In a small bowl, combine the soy milk and vinegar to make "buttermilk". Set aside for a few minutes to allow the milk to curdle.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the cornstarch with the salt, garlic, and onion powder.
  • Prepare an assembly line, first dipping the cauliflower pieces in the milk/vinegar mixture, then tossing in the cornstarch, shaking off any excess. Repeat with all.
  • Now you are ready to fry. Heat the corn oil over medium heat until shimmering. Fry the cauliflower, a few pieces at a time, until golden brown on the outside and crisp. Sprinkle on a little salt while they're still hot.
  • Now, whisk together the ingredients for the sauce. Either toss the cauliflower in the sauce, or serve together. Enjoy!