Looking for a dish that perfectly balances the sweet and spicy flavors with a delightful little crunch? This baked cauliflower recipe is just what you need! This dish features tender cauliflower florets coated in a sticky and spicy sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. Served alongside fluffy white rice, it’s a yummy blend of textures and tastes that’s hard to resist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- Cooked white rice, for serving
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, Sriracha sauce, minced garlic, minced ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
- Place the cauliflower florets in a large mixing bowl and pour the sauce over them. Toss well to coat the cauliflower evenly.
- Spread the coated cauliflower florets on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cauliflower is tender and caramelized around the edges. You can toss the cauliflower halfway through baking to ensure even coating.
- While the cauliflower is baking, cook the white rice according to the package instructions.
- Once the cauliflower is done, remove it from the oven and transfer it to a serving dish.
- Sprinkle some chopped cilantro over the cauliflower for garnish and top with red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve the sticky and spicy baked cauliflower over cooked white rice and enjoy!
Notes
Sriracha can be quite strong so feel free to adjust the quantities to your preference. For even baking, make sure to spread out the cauliflower florets on the baking sheet in a single layer. Garnish with scallions and/or sesame seeds for an extra burst of flavor and enjoy!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
