Description
A flavorful vegetarian twist on the classic sweet and sour dish, featuring crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a tangy and sweet sauce.
Ingredients
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- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Oil for frying
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, water, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to form a batter.
- Dip cauliflower florets in the batter until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a deep pan and fry the cauliflower in batches until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, heat a little oil and sauté garlic, onions, and bell peppers until slightly tender.
- In a bowl, mix ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Pour into the pan with veggies.
- Bring to a simmer, then stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce.
- Add the fried cauliflower and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- You can bake the cauliflower instead of frying for a healthier version.
- Adjust the sweetness or tanginess by changing the amount of sugar or vinegar.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg