Vegetarian Bang Bang Shrimp

Satisfy your craving for bold, zesty flavors with this Vegetarian Bang Bang Shrimp-inspired dish, which swaps out seafood for crispy, golden cauliflower bites that are utterly irresistible. Perfectly battered and coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs, the cauliflower is fried to perfection and then tossed in a luscious homemade bang bang sauce made from creamy mayonnaise, spicy sriracha, sweet chili sauce, and a splash of zesty lime juice. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a fantastic choice for weeknight dinners, party appetizers, or a crowd-pleasing vegetarian alternative to a takeout classic. Garnished with fresh green onions for a burst of color and flavor, this dish delivers all the bold, tangy-sweet heat of traditional Bang Bang Shrimp in a plant-based, guilt-free package that's sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head cauliflower
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sriracha
• 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons green onions

Directions

Step 1

Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets, discarding the core and leaves.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, water, salt, and black pepper until smooth to create the batter.

Step 3

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a separate shallow dish.

Step 4

Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, letting the excess drip off, and then coat it with panko breadcrumbs. Ensure each piece is well covered with breadcrumbs.

Step 5

In a large frying pan or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Fry the cauliflower in batches for about 3-4 minutes per batch, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, sriracha, sweet chili sauce, and lime juice to make the bang bang sauce.

Step 8

Toss the fried cauliflower in the bang bang sauce until each piece is evenly coated.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1821.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5820.4

Total Fat 511.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 269.0g
Cholesterol 117.6mg	0%
Sodium 5644.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 318.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 48.6g
Protein 40.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 230.7mg	0%
Iron 14.0mg	0%
Potassium 2205.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.2%

Protein: 2.6%

Carbs: 21.1%