Description
Sticky sesame cauliflower is an irresistible plant-based dish that elevates roasted cauliflower with a sweet and savory sesame glaze. Each bite offers a delightful crunch and a medley of flavors, making it perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or main course. With its quick preparation time and stunning presentation, this recipe is bound to impress family and friends, transforming any meal into a culinary celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium head cauliflower (about 4 cups florets)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- 3. In a large bowl, toss the florets with olive oil, sesame oil, and soy sauce until evenly coated.
- 4. Spread the seasoned florets on the baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
- 5. While roasting, whisk together brown sugar, minced garlic, ginger, and soy sauce in a saucepan over medium heat for about five minutes until bubbly.
- 6. Once roasted, remove cauliflower from the oven and drizzle with sticky sauce while hot; toss gently to coat. Serve garnished with toasted sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg