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Cashew Cauliflower

Savory Cashew Cauliflower: Your New Favorite Weeknight Meal

Discover the delightful flavors of Cashew Cauliflower, a vegetarian adaptation replicating the comfort of Cashew Chicken without meat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cauliflower
  • 1 head cauliflower large florets
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch for crispy coating
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup water to dissolve cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce low-sodium or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup can swap with tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar maple syrup can be a substitute
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger or ground ginger as a substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried red chili flakes adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup cashews roasted and unsalted

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a shallow baking dish with olive oil.
  2. Toss the cauliflower florets with cornstarch until fully coated, shaking off excess, then arrange in the baking dish.
  3. Bake the cauliflower for about 10 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth, then add soy sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, ground black pepper, and chili flakes.
  5. Pour the sauce over the cauliflower and mix gently to coat each floret.
  6. Bake for an additional 5 minutes, then sprinkle cashews on top and mix gently before returning to the oven.
  7. Continue baking for another 15 minutes until the sauce thickens and the cauliflower is tender.
  8. Serve immediately over a bed of rice or alongside steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture and flavor, serve immediately. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat using broiler for optimal results.

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