Description
This Korean Gochujang Cauliflower recipe features crispy baked cauliflower tossed in a spicy, sweet, and savory gochujang sauce. It’s a delicious vegan alternative to Korean fried chicken, perfect as a main dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 3/4 cup water (adjust as needed)
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (for greasing or brushing)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds, for topping
- 1 stalk green onion, chopped, for garnish
- Gochujang Sauce:
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 1/2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or other sweetener
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp water (adjust for consistency)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper and lightly grease or brush with oil.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Gradually add water until a smooth batter forms.
- Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter to coat evenly. Shake off excess and place on the prepared tray.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Meanwhile, in a saucepan, combine all sauce ingredients. Heat over medium and stir until well combined and slightly thickened. Adjust consistency with water if needed.
- Once cauliflower is baked, transfer to a large bowl and pour over the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Top with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving. Enjoy hot.
Notes
- You can air-fry the cauliflower instead of baking for extra crispiness.
- Adjust the gochujang amount to suit your spice preference.
- Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated in the oven for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
