Cauliflower 'Wings' with Spicy Cashew Dipping Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

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Crispy, bite-sized cauliflower 'wings' coated in a tangy spice blend, served with a creamy, spicy cashew sauce that’s perfect for game day. This quick recipe (vegan), ready in about 50 minutes, pairs cauliflower, all-purpose flour, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 International cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 medium head, cut into 1-inch florets cauliflower
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp cold water
2 tbsp coconut oil
1/2 cup raw cashews
1/4 cup water
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp sriracha
1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Whisk flour, garlic powder, cayenne, paprika, and 1/2 tsp salt in a shallow bowl. In another bowl, mix cold water with 1 tbsp coconut oil.
Step 2: Dip cauliflower florets in water mixture, then coat thoroughly in flour mixture. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
Step 3: Bake for 20 minutes, flip florets, then bake for 15-18 minutes more until deeply golden and crispy at edges. Drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp coconut oil while hot.
Step 4: Blend cashews, water, lime juice, sriracha, and 1/4 tsp salt in a food processor for 2-3 minutes until completely smooth and creamy. Serve warm with cauliflower wings.