Description
Indulge in Maple Sriracha Cauliflower Bliss! Discover a spicy-sweet twist on a classic veggie dish. Try it today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cauliflower head (about 2 pounds/900g), cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup (60ml) pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free option)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, for garnish
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish
- Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Prep Your Cauliflower Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut your cauliflower into evenly-sized florets – aim for pieces about 1½ inches across for even cooking. Pat the florets dry with a paper towel; removing excess moisture helps achieve better caramelization. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower with olive oil, salt, and pepper until each piece is evenly coated.
- Step 2: Initial Roast Spread the seasoned cauliflower in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet, ensuring no pieces are overlapping. Roast for 15-20 minutes until the edges begin to turn golden brown and the cauliflower is just tender when pierced with a fork. While the cauliflower roasts, prepare your maple sriracha sauce.
- Step 3: Prepare the Sauce In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Once the sauce mixture is simmering, add the cornstarch slurry while whisking continuously. Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
- Step 4: Coat and Final Roast Remove the cauliflower from the oven and transfer to a large bowl. Pour three-quarters of the maple sriracha sauce over the roasted cauliflower and toss gently until each piece is coated. Return the cauliflower to the baking sheet, arranging in a single layer again. Roast for an additional 8-10 minutes until the edges are caramelized and the sauce is bubbling.
- Step 5: Final Touches Remove the Maple Sriracha Cauliflower Bliss from the oven and transfer to a serving dish. Drizzle with the remaining sauce, then sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Add fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors in each bite.
Notes
Fresh ingredients will always yield the best flavor results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg