Description
Sticky Sesame Cauliflower is a savory and sweet dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its crispy texture and vibrant Asian flavors. This delightful recipe combines bite-sized cauliflower florets coated in a light batter, baked to perfection, and tossed in a luscious sticky sauce made from sesame oil, soy sauce, ginger, and honey or maple syrup. Whether you’re serving it as a main course at a family dinner or as an appetizer for your next gathering, this dish is sure to impress with its bold flavors and versatility. Plus, it’s easy to make and can be customized to suit any spice preference. Enjoy this healthy option that’s perfect for everyone!
Ingredients
- 1 medium cauliflower
- 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
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- In a mixing bowl, combine rice flour, cornstarch, garlic powder (if using), and enough water to create a smooth batter.
- Coat each cauliflower floret in the batter and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by combining sesame oil, soy sauce, vinegar, sriracha, minced ginger, minced garlic, honey/maple syrup, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- Once baked, toss the cauliflower in the sauce until well coated.
- Serve garnished with sesame seeds and spring onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the heat level. For added crunch, sprinkle crushed nuts or seeds on top before serving.