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General Tso’s Cauliflower Bowls

General Tso’s Cauliflower Bowls: Crispy Vegan Dinner Delight

A delightful vegan twist on a classic, General Tso’s Cauliflower Bowls deliver a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors for a quick, healthy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower cut into florets
  • 1 cup Cornstarch or gluten-free flour
  • 2 Tbsp Vegetable Oil neutral oil like canola or sunflower
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 Tbsp Honey or Maple Syrup maple makes it vegan
  • 2 Tbsp Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh is best
  • 1 Tbsp Grated Ginger fresh is best
  • 1 Tbsp Sesame Oil or olive oil as alternative
For Garnish
  • 2 Tbsp Green Onions chopped
  • 1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds optional

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to achieve crispy cauliflower.
  2. Cut cauliflower into uniform florets, toss with cornstarch until coated.
  3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread cauliflower in a single layer. Drizzle with vegetable oil.
  4. Roast in the oven for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through for even baking.
  5. In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  6. Once cauliflower is crispy, toss it gently with the sauce in a large mixing bowl.
  7. Serve hot and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a kick, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce. Store cooked bowls separately from the sauce to maintain crispiness.

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