Description
A flavorful and healthy Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower recipe featuring tender roasted cauliflower florets tossed in a sticky honey, garlic, and sriracha glaze. This dish is garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and heat. It’s an easy-to-make, guilt-free side or snack that cooks quickly in the oven.
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
- Cooking oil spray
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Glaze
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp gluten-free flour or cornstarch (for thickening)
Garnish
- 1 tbsp green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prepare Cauliflower: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Spray a large baking sheet with cooking oil spray. Spread the cauliflower florets evenly on the sheet and season them with garlic salt, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Roast Cauliflower: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the cauliflower for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through, until the florets are golden and tender.
- Make the Glaze: While the cauliflower roasts, combine honey, minced garlic, low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos, sriracha, hoisin sauce, and gluten-free flour or cornstarch in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens slightly and is well combined, about 3-5 minutes.
- Toss Cauliflower in Glaze: Remove the roasted cauliflower from the oven and transfer to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm glaze over the cauliflower and gently toss until all florets are evenly coated.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer the glazed cauliflower to a serving dish. Sprinkle sliced green onions and sesame seeds on top for added flavor and crunch. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- Adjust the sriracha amount to control the spice level.
- For extra crispiness, broil the cauliflower for 1-2 minutes at the end of roasting, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- This recipe is gluten-free if using gluten-free soy sauce and flour.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
