Discover the delicious fusion of fresh modern vegan cuisine and authentic Thai flavors with our innovative Vegan Oven Baked Thai Cauliflower “Wings” recipe. This recipe boasts numerous advantages – a rapid and effortless batter yields crispy exterior, resisting sogginess; the sauce showcases familiar flavours, balancing sweet and spicy notes that suit any season. It’s well-suited for gatherings, scalable to large quantities, and easily adaptable to gluten-free dietary needs. Furthermore, the toppings add visual appeal, making it an affordable yet impressive dish.
Thai Peanut Cauliflower Wings [Vegan]
Peanut cauliflower wings with a hint of Thai flair? Sounds like a culinary adventure! To bring this dish to life, you’ll need the following ingredients:
1 cup cauliflower florets
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Now that you have the ingredients, let’s get cooking!
Cauliflower:
- One medium-sized cauliflower head, broken down into bite-sized florets.
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (assuming you meant a general-purpose flour substitute for the three types listed)
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free option available)
Sauce:
- 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or other amino-rich alternatives, such as liquid aminos or coconut aminos)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/2 orange (juice)
- 2 teaspoons coconut sugar
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Water as needed
Garnish:
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced scallions
- Chopped peanuts
Discover the art of crafting delectable Thai Peanut Cauliflower Wings that just happen to be vegan-friendly.
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220°C). Line a baking pan with parchment paper for easy food release.
- Set 2 bowls out. Combine the flour, almond milk, salt, and pepper in a single bowl.
- Refine Panko breadcrumbs to an even finer texture by processing them, or consider placing the crumbs in a bag and crushing them to achieve a more uniform consistency.
- Carefully add the Panko breadcrumbs to the secondary mixing bowl.
- Carefully coat each cauliflower floret in a thin layer of batter, allowing any surplus to fall away before finishing it with a light dusting of Panko breadcrumbs.
- Cauliflower is then arranged on a baking sheet and baked for 25-30 minutes, or until it reaches a golden brown color, with the pieces being flipped halfway through the cooking time.
- Combine the sauce ingredients in a small bowl until they form a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Combine the cauliflower and sauce in a bowl, adjusting the texture by adding water or juice as needed.
- Crowned with a delicate arrangement of thinly sliced scallions, crunchy chopped peanuts, and toasted sesame seeds.