Description

Black Pepper Cauliflower is a flavorful and spicy dish with crispy roasted cauliflower tossed in a savory black pepper sauce. It’s a perfect side dish or snack with a kick of heat.

Ingredients

1 medium cauliflower head, cut into florets

1 tablespoon olive oil

Salt, to taste

1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon ginger, grated

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for extra crispiness)

1 tablespoon water

Green onions, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Toss the cauliflower florets in olive oil and salt. Spread them evenly on the baking sheet.
Roast the cauliflower for 25-30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the black pepper sauce. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and freshly ground black pepper.
If you’re using cornstarch for extra crispiness, dissolve it in a tablespoon of water to make a slurry and add it to the sauce mixture. Stir to combine.
Once the cauliflower is roasted, transfer it to a large bowl. Pour the black pepper sauce over the cauliflower and toss to coat evenly.
Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For extra spice, add red chili flakes or chopped chili peppers to the sauce.
Substitute cauliflower with broccoli, Brussels sprouts, or sweet potato for variety.
Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan version.
Toss cauliflower in cornstarch before roasting for extra crispiness.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or in a skillet on medium heat.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Roasting
Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 120
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 11g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg