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Sticky Honey Garlic Cauliflower

Sticky Honey Garlic Cauliflower That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Sticky Honey Garlic Cauliflower recipe combines sweet and savory elements for a delightful vegetarian dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 large head Cauliflower A large head is perfect for a satisfying meaty texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Added for richness.
For the Glaze
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Adjust based on personal taste.
  • 4 tablespoons Soy Sauce Swap with tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Enhances the glaze with acidity.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Adds depth of flavor.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Grated for freshness.
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for added heat.
For Extra Crispiness
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch For a light coating before roasting.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Remove the leaves from the cauliflower and cut it into bite-sized florets.
  3. Toss the cauliflower florets in a mixing bowl with olive oil until well coated.
  4. Spread the florets evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Roast the cauliflower for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. While roasting, combine honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a saucepan.
  7. Heat the mixture until it bubbles gently, stirring as it simmers to thicken.
  8. Once roasted, transfer the cauliflower to a bowl, pour the glaze over it, and toss gently to coat.
  9. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 75mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness of the glaze based on taste, and consider mixing in additional vegetables for variety.

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