Description
This Sesame Glazed Cauliflower recipe is a delicious and flavorful way to enjoy this versatile vegetable. The cauliflower is coated in a crispy cornstarch crust and then tossed in a sweet and savory sesame glaze, creating a dish that is sure to impress. Perfect as a main course or a side dish, this Asian-inspired recipe is both vegan and gluten-free.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower:
- 1 large head cauliflower (cut into florets)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Glaze:
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions (sliced)
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, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Make the glaze: Combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic in a saucepan. Thicken with cornstarch slurry.
- Coat cauliflower: Transfer roasted cauliflower to a bowl and toss with the glaze.
- Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add 1–2 teaspoons of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the glaze.
- This dish pairs well with rice or noodles and makes a great meatless main or side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
