Cara's Crispy Orange Cauliflower. Vegan Glutenfree Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
382 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Fusion
Cara's Crispy Orange Cauliflower. Vegan Glutenfree Recipe
Description
In this recipe, small cauliflower florets are dipped in a batter made from corn starch, gluten-free flour blend, flaxseed meal, and water, achieving a texture similar to waffle batter. The florets are fried until golden and crispy, though baking is an alternative for a lighter finish. The resulting coating is crisp, providing a satisfying contrast to the tender cauliflower inside.
The accompanying orange sauce combines freshly zested and juiced orange with soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic, and green onions, cooked briefly to meld the flavors. The cauliflower is tossed in this sauce to coat evenly, imparting a sweet, tangy, and savory flavor profile. A secondary orange sauce drizzle thickened with a bit of corn starch and brown sugar adds extra sweetness and shine.
This dish is suitable as a flavorful vegan and gluten-free appetizer or side, especially when paired with rice to balance the sauce and crispy texture. Nutritional information is noted per one serving, but no other serving specifics are provided.
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower cut into small florets (I used a pre-package of cauliflower bought from Trader Joe's, small head
For Flour Mixture:
- 1 tbsp flaxseed meal allow to sit until thickens, + 2 Tb water
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/3 cup corn starch
- 1/4 cup gluten-free flour blend or use wheat/other flour, Cara's
- 1 tsp neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
For Orange Sauce:
- 2 Tbsp neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 3-4 garlic peeled and zested, cloves
- 6 green onions thinly sliced
- orange zest and juice of 1 orange
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce gluten-free , or use coconut aminos to make soy-free
- 2 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
Orange Sauce Drizzle:
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tsp corn starch
- 1 tsp brown sugar
Instructions
Cauliflower:
- Blend all ingredients together until a nice batter is formed (shouldn't be too thick: think waffle batter consistency).
- While you are doing this, heat up a skillet with 1/2 c. oil on medium/high heat. Make sure it has been properly heated.
- Dip each small floret into the batter and make sure each piece is entirely covered.
- Fry in oil until completely browned. * or Bake at 425 degrees F / 220ºc for 25 to 30 minutes. Add more flour to the batter to make it thick if needed
- Allow to drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Orange Sauce:
- In a clean skillet, heat oil and garlic for 1 minute.
- Add green onions, zest and juice. Cook another 1 minute.
- Add soy sauce and vinegar and bring to a boil. Toss in crispy cauliflower into the skillet and coat thoroughly. Keep on the pan briefly.
- Place on top of rice.
Orange Sauce Drizzle:
- In that same skillet, throw in the remainder ingredients and bring to a boil for just 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Drizzle over orange cauliflower and rice.
- Garnish with green scallions, orange zest, and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Use freshly zested orange for the sauce to maximize flavor brightness.
- Batter consistency should be like waffle batter, not too thick, to ensure a crisp coating.
- Frying yields a crispier texture; baking at 425°F for 25-30 minutes is a lower-fat alternative.
- Drain fried cauliflower on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- The gluten-free flour blend can be replaced with regular flour if gluten is not a concern.
- Store leftovers refrigerated and reheat gently to maintain crispness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 382 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 382kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 48g | 16% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 562mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 470mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 480IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 64.4mg | 72% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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