Description
General Tso’s Cauliflower is a delightful vegetarian twist on the classic Chinese dish, featuring crispy cauliflower florets in a sweet and savory sauce.
Ingredients
- Cauliflower florets: 1 medium head (about 4 cups)
- Cornstarch: 1 cup
- Soy sauce: 1/4 cup
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 tablespoon, minced
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Sesame oil: 1 tablespoon
- Green onions: 2, sliced
- Vegetable oil: for frying (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Prepare the cauliflower by cutting it into bite-sized florets and rinsing them under cold water.
- Make the batter by combining cornstarch with a pinch of salt and pepper, then coat the florets.
- Fry the cauliflower in heated vegetable oil until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil.
- Combine the fried cauliflower with the sauce in a skillet and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the dish garnished with sliced green onions.
Notes
- Choose fresh, firm cauliflower for the best results.
- Adjust spice levels by adding red pepper flakes or hot sauce if desired.
- For vegan options, ensure all ingredients are plant-based.
- For gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce and cornstarch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: General Tso's Cauliflower, vegetarian recipe, Chinese cuisine, healthy dish