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Sticky Sesame Cauliflower

200kcal
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Prep 15 minutes
Cook 30 minutes
Total 45 minutes
Sticky Sesame Cauliflower is a crispy, flavor-packed dish that transforms humble cauliflower into a delightful meal.
Servings 4 servings
Course Dinner
Cuisine Asian

Ingredients

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 medium head cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1 cup rice flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup water adjust as needed for consistency
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ¼ cup soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha optional
For the Glaze
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Large bowl
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • small bowl

Method

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the rice flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
  3. Add the water and sesame oil, mixing until you have a smooth batter.
  4. Coat the cauliflower florets by adding them to the batter and tossing gently until evenly covered.
  5. Transfer the battered cauliflower to the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they’re spread out in a single layer.
Baking and Sauce Preparation
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  2. Sauté the ginger and garlic in a skillet with sesame oil over medium heat.
  3. Stir in the soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and optional sriracha, bringing everything to a simmer.
  4. Create the glaze by whisking together cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl.
  5. Pour this mixture into the simmering sauce slowly, stirring constantly until it thickens.
Finishing Touches
  1. Combine the baked cauliflower with the sticky sauce, tossing well to coat every floret.
  2. For an extra crispy finish, return the coated cauliflower to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  3. Serve the Sticky Sesame Cauliflower on a plate, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving1servingCalories200kcalCarbohydrates20gProtein5gFat10gSaturated Fat1gPolyunsaturated Fat4gMonounsaturated Fat5gSodium800mgPotassium350mgFiber3gSugar5gVitamin C70mgCalcium4mgIron8mg

Notes

For added spice, drizzle extra sriracha before serving.

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