Description
Sweet and Sour Cauliflower is a vibrant dish that tantalizes your taste buds with its perfect balance of crispy roasted cauliflower and a tangy, glossy glaze. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this dish transforms simple ingredients into a stunning centerpiece for any meal. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a cozy night in, this Sweet and Sour Cauliflower will impress everyone at the table!
Ingredients
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- 4 cups cauliflower florets (fresh)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors, sliced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for sautéing)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
- Toss cauliflower florets with vegetable oil and spread them on the baking sheet. Roast for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant (2-3 minutes). Add bell peppers and roasted cauliflower.
- Pour the sauce over the vegetables and stir until everything is coated and heated through (about 5 minutes).
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 142
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg