Description
Embark on a flavorful journey to the heart of Korean cuisine with our mouthwatering recipe for Korean Baked Cauliflower. This dish combines the versatility of cauliflower with the bold, spicy-sweet notes of authentic Korean flavors, creating a culinary experience that will tantalize your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 1 large head of cauliflower cut into florets
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 green onions sliced for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
3. Arrange the seasoned cauliflower florets in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
4. While the cauliflower is roasting, whisk together the gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
5. In a small saucepan, cook the sauce over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
6. Once the cauliflower is roasted, remove it from the oven. Drizzle the sauce over the cauliflower and gently toss to coat evenly. For a more caramelized coating, return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish. Serve hot as an appetizer, side dish, or main course.
Notes
For gluten-free, swap soy sauce for tamari. For vegan, replace honey with maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg