Description
Get ready to elevate your taste buds with the irresistible combination of sweet and spicy flavors in our “Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower” recipe. This delightful dish is a perfect balance of caramelized sweetness and tongue-tingling heat.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
3. Spread the seasoned florets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup), sriracha sauce, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin.
5. After 20 minutes of roasting, drizzle the sweet and spicy sauce over the cauliflower and toss to coat.
6. Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for another 10-15 minutes until caramelized and crispy.
Notes
For the best results, use high-quality, fresh ingredients. Look for a vibrant, firm head of cauliflower, and opt for pure, unprocessed honey or real maple syrup.
This dish is vegan-friendly if you substitute honey with maple syrup. Make sure to use gluten-free soy sauce if needed.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 0
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0