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General-Tsos-Cauliflower-Recipe

General Tso’s Cauliflower

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This General Tso’s Cauliflower features crispy florets coated in a savory sauce made with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, making it a delightful quick dinner or healthy option. Perfect for satisfying your cravings for takeout at home!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • ½ head cauliflower
  • ½ cup flour, 60g
  • 2 large eggs, whisked
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 50 g
  • ¼ tsp each salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil, 15 ml
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
  • ½ cup vegetable broth, 120 ml
  • ¼ cup soy sauce, 60 ml
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar, 60 ml
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, 50 g
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste, 30 g
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp cold water

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C). Cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets and arrange workspace with flour, whisked eggs, and panko breadcrumbs in separate bowls. Mix salt and pepper into the panko breadcrumbs.
  2. Coat the florets in flour, then egg, followed by breadcrumbs. Arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until crispy.
  4. In a small saucepan over medium heat, add sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in vegetable broth, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and tomato paste. Whisk and bring to a simmer. Slowly add in cornstarch dissolved in cold water while whisking until the sauce thickens.
  5. Drizzle the sauce over the baked cauliflower and gently toss to coat it evenly.
  6. Serve the coated cauliflower over warm rice or quinoa.

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Notes

Make sure to coat the cauliflower florets evenly for the best crispiness.
For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce while simmering.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container and reheated for a quick meal.

  • Author: Alejandro
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 9 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 55 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 11 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg