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Baked Orange Cauliflower

Baked Orange Cauliflower: Crispy, Sweet, and Totally Addictive

Baked Orange Cauliflower is a deliciously crispy and sweet vegetarian dish that satisfies cravings while offering a healthy twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head Cauliflower cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs or gluten-free breadcrumbs
  • 2 large Eggs or flax eggs for a vegan option
For the Orange Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar or sweetener like Stevia
  • 2 tablespoons Vinegar white or rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced or ground ginger as alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup or pureed tomato
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch or tapioca starch
  • 1/4 cup Water

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • medium saucepan
  • Resealable Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets. In a bowl, whisk two eggs until frothy.
  3. In a resealable bag, add the panko breadcrumbs and then add the coated cauliflower florets. Shake to coat each piece evenly.
  4. Arrange the coated florets in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  5. In a saucepan, combine the orange juice, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sriracha, and ketchup. Bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Mix cornstarch with water until smooth, then stir into the boiling sauce until it thickens (about 2-3 minutes).
  7. Drizzle the sauce over the baked cauliflower and serve hot, garnished with chopped scallions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately after applying the sauce to maintain the crispy texture.

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