Sticky Sesame Cauliflower
A crispy cauliflower recipe coated in a rice flour batter and made with a savory, sticky sauce.
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 35 minutes mins
Total Time: 45 minutes mins
Servings: 4 people
Author: Shweta
For the Cauliflower:
Cut the cauliflower into medium-sized florets.
In a medium bowl, mix cold water and corn starch until smooth without any lumps.
Add in garlic, rice flour, and salt to the bowl and whisk together until smooth. The batter should be the consistency of a thick paste. Add more rice flour if needed.
Pour over cauliflower florets and mix until florets are well coated.
Roast the cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper for 15-20 mins. Flip florets and cook for an additional 15 minutes or until desired crispiness.
For the Sauce:
Heat the oil in a small pan at medium heat. Add ginger and garlic and saute for 1 minute until fragrant. Lower the heat slightly and add the soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and sesame seeds.
Mix together cornstarch and cold water and add to the sauce. Let it simmer for 1 minute until it starts to thicken. Be careful not to over cook.
Putting it all together:
Add the roasted cauliflower to the prepared sauce and combine until florets are well coated. Place back onto the baking sheet and cook for an additional 5 minutes (optional).
Sprinkle additional sesame seeds and scallions on top and serve immediately.
- Cut the cauliflower pieces smaller if you want them extra crispy!
- The sauciness of the dish depends on the size of your cauliflower and your preference. If you want to make your cauliflower with more sauce, add an extra ¼ cup of water, ¼ cup of soy sauce, and an extra tablespoon of brown sugar (if you prefer the sweetness).
- If you feel like you overcooked the sauce, turn the heat to low and warm water 1 tablespoon at a time and stir until no longer lumpy and you reach your desired consistency.
Nutrition Info
Calories: 139kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 961mg | Potassium: 73mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg