Description
A deliciously crispy and flavorful Sesame Glazed Cauliflower recipe featuring oven-roasted cauliflower florets tossed in a savory-sweet Asian-inspired glaze made with soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic. Perfect as a vegan main dish or side, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower
- 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Glaze
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry)
Garnish
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare cauliflower: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, cornstarch, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast the cauliflower: Spread the coated florets on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast in the oven for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cauliflower is golden and crispy on the outside.
- Make the glaze: While the cauliflower roasts, combine soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer.
- Thicken the sauce: Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring constantly, until the glaze thickens, about 2 minutes. Remove the sauce from heat.
- Toss cauliflower with glaze: Once roasted, transfer the cauliflower to a large bowl. Pour the warm glaze over the cauliflower and toss gently to coat all pieces evenly.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top. Serve warm as a main dish or side, optionally with rice or noodles.
Notes
- For a spicier glaze, add 1–2 teaspoons of sriracha or red pepper flakes.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles for a fulfilling meal.
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Great as a meatless main course or flavorful side dish.
