Description
General Tso’s Cauliflower is a delightful vegetarian twist on the classic Chinese dish, featuring crispy cauliflower florets coated in a sweet and savory sauce.
Ingredients
- Cauliflower florets: 1 medium head (about 4 cups)
- Cornstarch: 1/2 cup
- Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
- Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 tablespoon, minced
- Sesame oil: 2 tablespoons
- Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Green onions: 2, sliced (for garnish)
- Vegetable oil: for frying (about 2 cups, or as needed)
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower by cutting it into bite-sized florets.
- Make the batter by combining cornstarch with a pinch of salt and pepper, then coat the florets.
- Fry the coated cauliflower in hot vegetable oil until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
- Prepare the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, minced ginger, sesame oil, and brown sugar.
- Combine the fried cauliflower with the sauce in a skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the dish garnished with sliced green onions.
Notes
- Choose a firm, bright white cauliflower with no blemishes for the best flavor.
- Adjust spice levels by adding red pepper flakes or sriracha if desired.
- For a vegan option, substitute brown sugar with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- For gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: General Tso's Cauliflower, vegetarian recipe, Chinese cuisine, healthy eating