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Bang Bang Broccoli

Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, this High-Protein Bang Bang Broccoli is the perfect plant-based recipe for a quick and tasty meal. Made with chickpea fava flour and panko breadcrumbs, these broccoli florets are baked to perfection and drizzled with a bold, creamy Bang Bang sauce that combines vegan mayo, sriracha, and sweet chili sauce. Ready in less than 30 minutes, this recipe delivers ~30g of protein per serving and is topped with toasted sesame seeds and green onions for a delicious finishing touch. It's easy, satisfying, and ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner or snack!

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Time
Prep Time: 8 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 28 mins
Servings 2
Description

TASTY and EASY! ⬇️
~in less than 30 minutes -
(x2 servings) - ~30g Protein 💪

Ingredients
    Broccoli Prep
  • 2 Medium Heads Broccoli (~6 cups)
  • 1.5 Tbsp Oil
  • Sauce
  • 1/2 Cup Vegan Mayo (try my vegan mayo recipe to make at home in less than 5 mins!)
  • 1/4 Cup Sriracha
  • 1/4 Cup Sweet Chili Sauce
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • Batter
  • 1/2 Cup Panko Bread Crumbs
  • 1/2 Cup Corn Starch
  • 1/2 Cup Chickpea Fava Flour
  • 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/8 Cup Almond Milk
  • 1 Tbsp Oil
  • Toppings
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • Green Onions (Diced)
Instructions
  1. Prep Broccoli

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
    Chop 2 washed medium broccoli heads into florets and place them in a mixing bowl.
    Add 1.5 tbsp oil and toss to coat.

  2. Make the Batter

    In the same bowl, add 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1/2 cup chickpea fava flour, 1 tbsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
    Stir everything together, then gradually mix in 1/8 cup almond milk and 1 tbsp oil until the broccoli is evenly coated.

  3. Bake Broccoli

    Line a baking sheet and spread the coated broccoli florets on it. Spray with oil for extra crispiness.
    Bake for 18-20 minutes until golden and crispy.

  4. Prepare the Sauce

    While the broccoli bakes, mix 1/2 cup vegan mayo, 1/4 cup sriracha, 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce, and 1 tsp garlic powder in a bowl.

  5. Finish & Serve

    Once the broccoli is done, drizzle with the sauce and optionally top with toasted sesame seeds and/or diced green onion.

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Your foodie friend,

Roma B @itsromab