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Sticky Sesame Cauliflower

A flavorful, plant-based dish featuring crispy cauliflower coated in a sticky, sweet sauce, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 medium Cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1/3 cup Rice flour
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/31/4 cup Water
  • 1.5 tbsp Sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup Light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Rice wine vinegar
  • 12 tbsp Sriracha Sauce (adjust to taste)
  • 1 inch Fresh ginger, finely minced
  • 45 cloves Fresh garlic, finely minced
  • 23 tbsp Honey/Maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup Water (for sauce)
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Spring onions, sliced
  • Sliced chilis, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare the cauliflower by cutting it into bite-sized florets and rinsing them under cold water.
  3. Create the batter by mixing rice flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, and salt, then whisk in 1/3 to 1/4 cup of water.
  4. Coat each cauliflower floret in the batter and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway.
  6. Make the sauce by whisking together sesame oil, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic, ginger, and honey/maple syrup in a saucepan over medium heat.
  7. Add a mixture of cornstarch and water to the sauce, stirring until thickened.
  8. Combine the baked cauliflower with the sticky sauce until coated.
  9. Plate the dish and garnish with sesame seeds, sliced spring onions, and chilis.

Notes

For a gluten-free option, use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce. Adjust the Sriracha for desired spice level.

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Keywords: cauliflower recipe, sticky sesame, vegetarian dish, Asian fusion