Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Sticky Sesame Cauliflower, a dish that perfectly balances crispy textures with sweet and spicy notes. This easy-to-make recipe showcases fresh cauliflower coated in a luscious sesame sauce, making it an irresistible treat for both family dinners and gatherings. In under an hour, you can whip up this satisfying dish that is not only delicious but also versatile enough to serve as a main course, appetizer, or healthy snack. With its appealing crunch and bold flavors, Sticky Sesame Cauliflower is sure to become a favorite on your table.
Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower
- 1/3 cup rice flour
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/3 – 1/4 cup water
- 1.5 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice apple vinegar
- 1–2 tbsp Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 inch fresh ginger, finely minced
- 4–5 cloves fresh garlic, finely minced
- 2–3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (for sauce)
- 1/4 cup water (for sauce)
- sesame seeds for garnish
- spring onions, sliced for garnish
- sliced chilis for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together rice flour, cornstarch, garlic powder (optional), and water until smooth. Coat the cauliflower florets in this mixture.
- Spread the coated cauliflower on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- While baking, mix sesame oil, soy sauce, rice apple vinegar, Sriracha sauce, minced ginger, minced garlic, honey or maple syrup in another bowl.
- Thicken the sauce by combining cornstarch with water in a saucepan over medium heat until desired consistency is reached.
- Once baked, toss the cauliflower in the sauce until well-coated and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider tossing in other vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers. Adjust spice levels by modifying the amount of Sriracha used according to your preference.