Description
Sticky Sesame Cauliflower is a vibrant dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its perfect balance of sweetness and spice. This crispy cauliflower florets recipe is coated in a delectable sesame sauce, making it an irresistible option for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Not only is it quick and easy to prepare, but it’s also packed with flavor and can be tailored to suit your meal preferences. Enjoy it as a main course, side dish, or even as a flavorful snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium Cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/3 cup Rice flour
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder (optional)
- 1.5 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1/4 cup Light soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Rice apple vinegar
- 1–2 tbsp Sriracha Sauce (to taste)
- 2–3 tbsp Honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup Water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together rice flour, cornstarch, garlic powder (if using), and enough water to create a smooth batter. Toss the cauliflower florets in the mixture until well-coated.
- Spread the coated florets on the baking sheet, drizzle with oil, and bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- For the sauce, whisk together sesame oil, light soy sauce, rice apple vinegar, sriracha sauce, honey or maple syrup, cornstarch, and water in another bowl.
- Once baked, transfer the cauliflower back to the mixing bowl and toss in the sauce while hot.
- Serve garnished with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg