Bang Bang Cauliflower

Bang Bang Cauliflower (Weight Watchers Friendly)

Makes 4 servings | ~3–4 WW Points per serving (depending on substitutions)

🌟 Ingredients:

For the Cauliflower:

• 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets — 0 points
• 1/2 cup chickpea flour (or whole wheat flour) — 6 points total (1.5 points per serving)
  • (using chickpea flour also adds protein!)
• 1/4 cup cornstarch — 3 points total (0.75 points per serving)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder — 0 points
• 1 teaspoon onion powder — 0 points
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional) — 0 points
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk) — 0 points (almond) or 1 point (skim milk)
• Salt and pepper — 0 points
• Cooking spray — 0 points

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons light mayonnaise — 3 points total (0.75 points per serving)
• 1–2 tablespoons sriracha (to taste) — 0 points
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup or agave syrup — 1 point total (0.25 points per serving)
  • (alternatively, use a sugar-free syrup for 0 points)
• 1 teaspoon rice vinegar — 0 points
• 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) — 0 points

Garnishes:

• Chopped green onions — 0 points
• Sesame seeds (optional; use sparingly) — 0–1 point depending on amount
• Fresh cilantro (optional) — 0 points

🔥 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven (or Air Fryer):
   • Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) or air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
   • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
2. Prepare the Batter:
   • In a large bowl, whisk together the chickpea flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
   • Add the almond milk and whisk until a smooth batter forms (should be thick but pourable; add a splash of water if needed).
3. Coat the Cauliflower:
   • Toss the cauliflower florets in the batter, making sure each piece is well coated.
4. Bake or Air Fry:
   • Arrange the coated cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet or air fryer basket in a single layer.
   • Lightly spray with cooking spray.
   • Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
   • Air Fry for 15–20 minutes, shaking halfway, until crispy and golden.
5. Make the Bang Bang Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the light mayonnaise, sriracha, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and soy sauce.
6. Toss & Serve:
   • When the cauliflower is done, toss it in the Bang Bang sauce until evenly coated.
   • Garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro if desired.

🧮 WW Points Recap (per serving):

Estimated per serving: ~3–4 WW Points
(using almond milk and sugar-free maple syrup keeps it on the lower end).

✅ Tips & Variations:

• Use fat-free Greek yogurt instead of mayo for the sauce (0 points) for an even lighter option.
• Add more spice by increasing sriracha (0 points).
• Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning instead of sesame seeds for a fun twist (0–1 point depending on amount).