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Sticky Sesame Cauliflower Recipe

Sticky Sesame Cauliflower

A delicious and crispy cauliflower dish tossed in a sticky sesame sauce, perfect for a vegetarian meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cauliflower
  • 1 medium cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1/3 cup rice flour
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp oil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder optional
  • 1/3 - 1/4 cup water
Sauce
  • 1.5 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice wine 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
  • 1/4 cup water
Garnish
  • sesame seeds
  • spring onions
  • sliced chillis

Equipment

  • Baking Tray
  • Small Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 200C / 392F. Line a baking tray with foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice flour, cornstarch, oil, garlic powder, and water to make a smooth thick mixture.
  3. Coat the cauliflower florets in this mixture and place in a single layer on the prepared baking tray.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes at 200 C / 392 F until just done. Don't let the cauliflower overcook. You want to retain the crunchy texture.
  5. While the cauliflower is in the oven, combine sesame oil, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, Sriracha sauce, ginger, and garlic in a small saucepan and cook for 5-6 minutes.
  6. Whisk cornstarch and water in a small bowl and add it to the simmering sauce.
  7. Cook till the sauce thickens another 2-3 minutes. Take it off the heat and add the honey to the sauce. Taste and adjust for seasoning.
  8. Once the cauliflower is ready, toss it in with the sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds, spring onions, and chillis. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

This dish is perfect for those who love a blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Adjust the amount of Sriracha to suit your heat preferences. It's a great option for a vegetarian meal or as a side dish.