Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower Recipe
This Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower recipe combines the heat of sriracha with the sweetness of honey for a flavorful dish that’s easy to make and perfect for a healthy meal or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sweet and Spicy Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cauliflower: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the cauliflower into florets, toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare the Sweet and Spicy Glaze: Whisk together honey, sriracha, soy sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin.
- Coat the Cauliflower: Pour the glaze over the cauliflower, ensuring even coating.
- Bake the Cauliflower: Roast for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with cilantro and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, increase the amount of sriracha sauce.
- Adjust honey to taste based on desired sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Sweet and Spicy Cauliflower, Baked Cauliflower Recipe, Vegetarian Appetizer, Asian-Inspired Dish
