Sticky Orange Cauliflower
A healthier version of the take-out classic. Crispy cauliflower with a sweet orange sauce. Serve on a bed of steamed rice.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the cauliflower:
- 1/4 cup(s) cornstarch
- 1/4 cup(s) water
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1 head cauliflower cut into florets
- 1/2 cup(s) panko bread crumbs (gluten-free if preferred)
For the sauce:
- 1 3/4 cups orange juice
- 1/4 cup(s) soy sauce (gluten-free if preferred)
- 2 tablespoon(s) sriracha
- 1 tablespoon(s) rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon(s) powdered ginger
- 2 clove(s) garlic minced or pressed
- 2 tablespoon(s) brown sugar
- 1 cup(s) vegetable broth
- salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoon(s) cornstarch
For serving:
- 1 tablespoon(s) sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- To make the cauliflower, combine 1/4 cup cornstarch, water, and salt and pepper together in a medium bowl. Place the panko bread crumbs on a separate plate. Toss the cauliflower florets into the cornstarch mixture and then into the panko breadcrumbs. Place the florets onto the baking sheet.
- When all the cauliflower has been coated, place the baking sheet into the hot oven and bake for 30-40 minutes until the cauliflower is tender in the middle when pierced with a fork
- Meanwhile, add all the ingredients for the sauce into a small pot and whisk well. Place over a medium heat and bring the sauce to the boil. Now lower the heat and continue to simmer for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Remove the baked cauliflower from the oven and place it onto a serving dish. Pour over the orange sauce and garnish with sesame seeds to serve.
Notes
Soy-Free: for soy-free, substitute a soy sauce for a soy-free option such as coconut aminos.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving without rice(recipe makes 4 servings) | Calories: 346kcal | Carbohydrates: 76g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1328mg | Potassium: 1297mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 47g | Vitamin A: 607IU | Vitamin C: 255mg | Calcium: 125mg | Iron: 2mg
Find it online:
https://www.easyveganmealplan.com/recipe/sticky-orange-cauliflower/