Sticky Sesame Cauliflower

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Hello Quick Meals
February 28, 2024

Sticky Sesame Cauliflower

Experience a harmonious blend of flavors with our cauliflower dish. Tender florets coated in a savory-sweet glaze, boasting the richness of soy sauce, the sweetness of maple syrup (or honey/agave), and aromatic garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Simple to prepare.

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 10 Mins

Cook Time: 25 Mins

Reasons to enjoy this delicious dish:

  1. Flavorful Combination: The combination of savory soy sauce, sweet maple syrup (or honey/agave), tangy rice vinegar, aromatic garlic and ginger, and nutty sesame oil creates a complex and delicious flavor profile.

  2. Versatility: This dish is incredibly versatile and can be served as a side dish, appetizer, or even a main course when paired with rice or noodles. It's suitable for various occasions, from casual weeknight dinners to dinner parties.

  3. Simple Preparation: The recipe is relatively simple to prepare with minimal ingredients and steps. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you want to make a delicious meal without spending too much time in the kitchen.

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 small cauliflower head, chopped into florets (approximately 6 1/2 cups)

  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce

  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, honey, or agave

  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 ยฝ teaspoons toasted sesame oil

  • 1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch or arrowroot

  • 1/4 cup water

  • Sesame seeds and scallions, for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat your oven to 450ยฐF (230ยฐC). Grease a baking pan or line it with parchment paper. Cut the cauliflower into florets, ensuring that one side of each floret is flat. Arrange them in a single layer on the greased pan. Bake for 10 minutes on the center rack.

  2. While the cauliflower is baking, in a saucepan, whisk together the soy sauce, maple syrup (or honey/agave), rice vinegar, minced garlic, sesame oil, and powdered ginger. Bring the mixture to a boil.

  3. While waiting for the sauce to boil, mix the cornstarch or arrowroot with water until fully dissolved. Once the saucepan mixture is boiling, slowly whisk in the cornstarch mixture. Reduce the heat to medium and cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens. The sauce can be prepared in advance and will thicken further when refrigerated.

  4. After 10 minutes of baking, flip the cauliflower florets and bake for an additional 10 minutes. Optionally, you can move the pan to the top rack and broil for 1-2 minutes for additional browning.

  5. Pour the prepared sauce over the cauliflower florets. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions if desired, then serve.

Bon Appรฉtit!

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