Vegetarian Firecracker Cauliflower
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
341 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Vegetarian Firecracker Cauliflower
Description
The Vegetarian Firecracker Cauliflower recipe uses large cauliflower pieces dipped in an egg and milk wash, then coated with a spiced whole wheat flour and breadcrumb mixture, including garlic powder and paprika for extra flavor. Baking on a rack ensures the coating turns crispy and golden while keeping the cauliflower tender but not mushy. Meanwhile, a honey and Sriracha sauce with minced garlic and rice vinegar adds a sticky, spicy glaze to the finished cauliflower.
This dish contrasts the crunchy exterior with a tender interior, offering a blend of sweet and spicy notes from the sauce. The flavor profile is lively yet balanced, thanks to the honey's sweetness and vinegar's tang.
Serve the firecracker cauliflower atop cooked rice and sprinkle with thinly sliced green onions to add a sharp, fresh bite. The dish works well as a vegetarian main or as part of a larger meal.
Ingredients
For the cauliflower:
- 2 egg large
- 3 tbsp milk
- ½ cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumb
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp paprika sweet
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cauliflower about 2 ½ pounds, cut into 1 ½- to 2-inch pieces, large head
For the sauce:
- ½ cup honey
- 3 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 ¼ tsp rice vinegar
- salt to taste
For serving:
- rice cooked
- green onions thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and then set an oven-safe metal cooling rack inside the baking sheet. Spray the rack with an oil mister or cooking spray and set aside.
Make the cauliflower:
- Lightly beat the eggs and milk in a small bowl until combined.
- In a shallow dish, add the flour, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Mix to combine.
- Working with a few pieces at a time, dip the cauliflower into the egg mixture, shake off the excess, then place in the breadcrumb mixture, tossing to coat.
- Place the cauliflower on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer (you can put them close together). Once all the cauliflower is coated, spray it lightly with oil.
- Bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, until the coating is crispy and golden brown, and the cauliflower is tender but not mushy.
Make the sauce:
- While the cauliflower is baking, make the sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, sriracha, garlic, vinegar, and salt. Taste and add additional sriracha for more heat, if desired.
- Divide the rice into bowls and top with with cauliflower. Drizzle the sauce over the cauliflower, and garnish with green onions. Serve with additional sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 341 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 341kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 76g | 25% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 83mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 629mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 576mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 39g | 78% |
| Vitamin A | 216IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 82mg | 91% |
| Calcium | 67mg | 7% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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