General Tso's Cauliflower with Sesame Seeds

A vegetarian take on a classic Chinese takeout dish! Crispy baked cauliflower florets are tossed in a tangy, sweet, and spicy General Tso's sauce. Served over fluffy steamed rice, this dish is sure to become a new favorite.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

610

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.04

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Snack

Cuisine:

Asian•Chinese

Main Ingredient:

Chicken•Vegetarian•Rice

Cooking Style:

Baking

Mood:

Spicy

Ingredients

Servings

1large headCauliflower(Cut into bite-sized florets)

£1.50

0.5cupAll-Purpose Flour

£0.10

0.3cupCornstarch

£0.15

0.5teaspoonSalt

£0.01

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper

£0.02

0.5cupWater

2tablespoonsVegetable Oil

£0.05

0.3cupSoy Sauce(Low sodium preferred)

£0.15

2tablespoonsRice Vinegar

£0.20

0.3cupBrown Sugar(Packed)

£0.10

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.10

1teaspoonGinger(Grated)

£0.05

0.5teaspoonRed Pepper Flakes(Adjust to taste)

£0.03

1teaspoonSesame Oil

£0.10

1tablespoonCornstarch

£0.15

2tablespoonsWater

1tablespoonSesame Seeds(For garnish)

£0.15

2stalksGreen Onions(Sliced, for garnish)

£0.30

4cupsCooked Rice(For serving)

£1.00

Total Cost

£4.16

£1.04 per serving

The Method

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
3
Gradually add the water to the dry ingredients, whisking until a smooth batter forms.
4
Add the cauliflower florets to the batter and toss until evenly coated.
5
Spread the cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with vegetable oil.
6
Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until golden brown and crispy.
7
While the cauliflower is baking, prepare the sauce. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil.
8
In a small bowl, whisk together the 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.
9
Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat. Add the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens (about 1-2 minutes).
10
Once the cauliflower is baked, add it to the saucepan with the General Tso's sauce. Toss gently to coat evenly.
11
Serve the General Tso's cauliflower over steamed rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (400g)

610 kcal / 2552 kJ

Carbs

95g

37% of RDA

Fat

20g

29% of RDA

Protein

15g

30% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

8 g

27% of RDA

Sugar

25 g

28% of RDA

Sodium

1100 mg

48% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For extra crispy cauliflower, consider using an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, shaking occasionally.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spiciness of the dish.

You can add other vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers to the sauce for added flavor and nutrients.

If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add an extra tablespoon of brown sugar.

Cooking Equipment

Oven

Stove

Large Bowl

Baking Sheet

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

For extra crispy cauliflower, consider using an air fryer at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, shaking occasionally.

Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes to control the spiciness of the dish.

You can add other vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers to the sauce for added flavor and nutrients.

If you prefer a sweeter sauce, add an extra tablespoon of brown sugar.

General Tso's Cauliflower with Sesame Seeds

Ingredients

The Method