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Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower


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  • Author: Recipes Tasteful
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 serving 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower is the perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Roasted until golden and crispy, cauliflower florets are coated in a sticky, flavorful sauce made from honey, sriracha, soy sauce, and hoisin sauce. Topped with sesame seeds and green onions, it’s a delicious side or main course that’s sure to impress!


Ingredients

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For the Cauliflower:

  • 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • Cooking oil spray
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)

For the Sweet and Spicy Sticky Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tsp gluten-free flour or cornstarch (for thickening)

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  • Prepare the Cauliflower:
    Arrange the cauliflower florets in a single layer on the prepared baking tray.
    Spray the cauliflower with cooking oil and sprinkle with garlic salt, salt, and pepper. Toss with your hands to coat evenly.
  • Bake the Cauliflower:
    Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until the cauliflower begins to brown on the edges. Shake the pan halfway through to ensure even roasting.
  • Make the Sweet and Spicy Sauce:
    While the cauliflower is baking, combine all the sauce ingredients (honey, garlic, soy sauce, sriracha, hoisin sauce, and flour/cornstarch) in a small saucepan.
    Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk frequently until the sauce thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Coat the Cauliflower:
    Once the cauliflower is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
    Pour the sweet and spicy sauce over the cauliflower and toss until fully coated.
  • Serve:
    Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
    Enjoy your Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can add a dash of sesame oil to the cauliflower before baking.
  • Adjust the level of sriracha for more or less heat.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, add a little more cornstarch or gluten-free flour.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: side dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
  • Calories: 145
  • Sugar: 13g
  • Sodium: 410mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg