Cheesy Spicy Cauliflower Nuggets
with Chipotle Mayo | Serves 2
- Milk
- Egg
Our Cheesy Spicy Cauliflower Nuggets with Chipotle Mayo will add a delicious kick to dinner times. Take a bite into this crispy cauliflower coated in crunchy, cheesy breadcrumbs, and a touch of spice. Complimented with a smooth chipotle mayo, it's a side that will get your tastebuds tingling.
Ingredients
1
Central American Style Spice Mix
300
Cauliflower Florets
20
Chipotle Paste
50
Panko Breadcrumbs
40
Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese
(Contains: Milk, Egg)
4
Mayonnaise
Instructions
a) Preheat your oven to 200°C. b) Pop the cauliflower florets into a mixing bowl. Season with salt and pepper and stir in the hard Italian cheese and half the mayonnaise. c) Make sure the florets are well coated. d) In another small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with half the Central American spice mix. Tip: Use less spice if you're not that keen on the heat! Season the crumbs with salt and stir in a glug of oil. e) Tip the crumbs onto the florets and toss to coat evenly.
a) Carefully transfer the florets to a baking tray lined with baking paper and roast on the top shelf of your oven until golden and crispy, 20-25 mins. b) Discard any crumbs that are left in the bowl. c) Whilst the cauliflower roasts combine the remaining mayo in a small bowl with the chipotle paste (add less chipotle paste if you don't like heat). d) Mix together to combine.
a) Pop the cauliflower nuggets on a plate and season with salt. b) Serve alongside the chipotle mayo for dipping. Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: Many enjoyed the tasty, spicy kick; some found the chipotle mayo overpowering and suggested a lime or aioli alternative.
- Ease of prep: Quick and simple to make, with some finding the air fryer a faster cooking method than the oven.
- Suggestions: Consider parboiling the cauliflower first for tenderness; use smaller florets and ensure even coating for best results.
- Portions: Several reviewers noted the portion was quite small, with some adding extra vegetables to bulk it up.
- Texture: For crispier results, ensure the cauliflower is well-coated and consider using more mayonnaise before applying breadcrumbs.
