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Sweet and Spicy Baked Cauliflower

A quick and flavorful dish featuring cauliflower florets coated in a sweet and spicy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Use honey for non-vegan, maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons chili sauce Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Optional Garnish
  • to taste sesame seeds For garnish.
  • to taste chopped green onions For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey or maple syrup, chili sauce, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the florets to the bowl and toss until they are fully coated in the sweet and spicy sauce.
Cooking
  1. Spread the coated cauliflower on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the florets are golden brown and tender.
  3. Once roasted, sprinkle some sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top for added flair.
  4. Serve warm.

Notes

For ingredient substitutions, use agave instead of honey and adjust chili sauce for spice preference. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.