Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower Recipe
This Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower recipe is a delightful twist on traditional cauliflower dishes. The florets are coated in a flavorful sauce that balances sweetness with a kick of heat, creating a delicious and satisfying dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Sweet and Spicy Sauce:
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons sriracha or other hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Cauliflower: Toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Roast for 25-30 minutes.
- Make Sweet and Spicy Sauce: Combine honey/maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a saucepan. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Coat Cauliflower: Toss baked cauliflower with sauce. Bake for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- Adjust spice level by varying sriracha amount.
- For vegan option, use maple syrup.
- Serve as a side dish, appetizer, or over rice for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
