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    Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower Bites: Flavorful Korean-Chinese Fusion

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    By Alisa Fleming on October 5, 2017 Dairy-Free Recipes, Sides

    When your taste buds can’t settle on just one flavor, a fusion dish is the solution. These sweet & spicy cauliflower bites combine the culinary traditions of Korean and Chinese cuisine for a delicious side dish. For a full meal, don’t be afraid to toss in cooked chicken or tofu (for vegan) and some some lightly-sauteed bell peppers. They pair perfectly with this boldly flavored sauce.

    Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower Bites Recipe - Flavorful, Plant-Based Korean-Chinese Fusion This Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower Bites recipe with photo was shared with us by HollandHouseFlavors.com.

    Special Diet Notes: Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower Bites

    By ingredients, this recipe is dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, optionally gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, optionally vegan, plant-based, and vegetarian.

    5.0 from 2 reviews
    Asian Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower Bites
     
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    Prep time
    10 mins
    Cook time
    20 mins
    Total time
    30 mins
     
    This sticky sauce is also delicious on chicken wings, pork chops, or tofu for a main course.
    Author: Holland House
    Serves: 4 servings
    Ingredients
    • 6 cups cauliflower florets
    • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¼ cup sherry cooking wine
    • ¼ cup honey (can sub agave nectar for vegan)
    • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or gluten-free tamari
    • 1 tablespoon white vinegar
    • 2 teaspoons non-GMO cornstarch (can sub arrowroot starch)
    • 2 tablespoons high-heat oil
    • 1 small fresh yellow onion, finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
    • 1 tablespoon Korean-style chili flakes (can sub Aleppo pepper or 1 teaspoon regular crushed red pepper flakes)
    • ¼ cup chopped fresh green onions
    • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
    Instructions
    1. Preheat your oven to 400ºF.
    2. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower, sesame oil, and salt until well coated. Arrange the florets on a non-stick baking sheet (or line it with a silicone baking mat.
    3. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown and tender.
    4. In a small bowl, whisk together the cooking wine, honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and starch until the starch and sweetener have dissolved.
    5. Heat the high-heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the yellow onions and garlic and saute for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden.
    6. Remove the pan from heat and stir in the chili flakes and wine mixture.
    7. Return the pan to stove and reduce the heat to medium. Bring the sauce to a simmer, stirring constantly. Continue to cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened.
    8. Add the cooked cauliflower to the sauce and stir gently to coat.
    9. Transfer the cauliflower with sauce to a serving dish. Top with the green onions and sesame seeds.
    3.5.3226

    Key Ingredients: Sweet & Spicy Cauliflower Bites


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    Alisa is the founder of GoDairyFree.org, Food Editor for Allergic Living magazine, and author of the best-selling dairy-free book, Go Dairy Free: The Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living, and the new cookbook, Eat Dairy Free: Your Essential Cookbook for Everyday Meals, Snacks, and Sweets. Alisa is also a professional recipe creator and product ambassador for the natural food industry.

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    11 Comments

    1. Chickpea Express on August 31, 2019 11:10 am

      I made a similar cauliflower recipe to this one but it’s inspired by Doritos Sweet Chili Heat chips!! I used a sweet chili heat sauce instead of sesame, which is nice to switch it up once in a while. I used a panko bread crumb coating to make them crispier too!

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    3. Christine - Jar Of Lemons on November 1, 2017 2:17 pm

      These SERIOUSLY sound amazing! I think my hubs would really love them. Delicious!

      Reply
    4. Kristina @ Love & Zest on November 1, 2017 6:25 am

      Sweet and Spicy! That speaks to me! I love that it is cauliflower!

      Reply
    5. Lorie on October 31, 2017 8:20 pm

      I’m a cauliflower addict. My husband hates it. So recipes like this one I get to make and not worry about having to share!!!

      Reply
    6. Jessica @Small Bites by Jessica on October 31, 2017 5:58 pm

      Who needs take out when you have this?! Wish I was having some of this right now!

      Reply
    7. Rachel on October 31, 2017 4:53 pm

      Oooh, now THIS sounds like something I need to be making for dinner this week!!!

      Reply
    8. Liz on October 31, 2017 11:25 am

      What a delicious flavor combo here! I love to bake them too- gives such a crunchy flavor!

      Reply
    9. Whitney E. RD on October 31, 2017 10:15 am

      I love fusion flavor! These look absolutely delicious! I’ve never made cauliflower bites before but I’m dying to try!

      Reply
    10. Linda Lee on October 20, 2017 12:01 pm

      My child really enjoyed your recipe. It is wonderful.
      Hope to see more recipes.

      Reply
    11. Deryn | Running on Real Food on October 19, 2017 4:48 pm

      I can never get my cauliflower bites looking that good!! Going to try your method for sure!

      Reply

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