Kung pao cauliflower bites

Kung pao cauliflower bites

By Marco Conti
15’ Prep time
20’ Cook time
35’ Total time
402 Calories
4 Serving

Summary

These crispy and spicy cauliflower bites are coated in a tangy and savory sauce, making them a tasty and healthier alternative to traditional kung pao chicken.
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Step by Step

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Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450ºF (230ºC). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and soy milk, and whisk until smooth.
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Step 3

Add the cauliflower florets to the batter and toss until fully coated.
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Step 4

Transfer the coated cauliflower to the baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes, or until the coating looks dry.
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Step 5

Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan over high heat, combine the soy sauce, agave, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch, and stir until the mixture comes to a boil. Turn off the heat and let sit for 10 minutes to thicken.
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Step 6

Remove the cauliflower from the oven and transfer to a large bowl to cool for 5 minutes. Leave the oven on.
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Step 7

Add the sauce to the bowl and toss the cauliflower until completely coated, then return to a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for another 10 minutes.
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Step 8

Top the cauliflower with chives and sesame seeds, and serve over rice, if desired.
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Step 9

Enjoy!

Ingredient

  • Baking soda
    Baking soda
    1 teaspoon
  • Sesame oil
    Sesame oil
    1 tablespoon
  • All-purpose flour
    All-purpose flour
    1 cup
  • Garlic
    Garlic
    2 cloves
  • Cornstarch
    Cornstarch
    1 tablespoon
  • Cauliflower
    Cauliflower
    1 head
  • Rice vinegar
    Rice vinegar
    1 tablespoon
  • Soy sauce
    Soy sauce
    0.5 cup
  • Ginger
    Ginger
    2 teaspoons
  • Agave nectar
    Agave nectar
    0.5 cup
  • Soy milk
    Soy milk
    1.5 cups

Nutrition Facts

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