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Sticky Honey Garlic Cauliflower

This Amazing Sticky Honey Garlic Cauliflower recipe transforms plain cauliflower into a sticky, sweet, and salty dish that fits perfectly into meal prep or as a healthy takeout alternative.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: Asian, Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 pinch of red pepper flakes (optional) For added spiciness
  • sesame seeds, for garnish
  • green onions, chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil on the prepared baking sheet. Spread them in a single layer.
Roasting
  1. Roast the cauliflower for 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway, until tender and slightly browned.
Sauce Preparation
  1. While the cauliflower roasts, prepare the sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes if using.
  2. Heat the sauce mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until it simmers and thickens slightly, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Combining
  1. Once the cauliflower is roasted, transfer it to a large bowl.
  2. Pour the warm honey garlic sauce over the roasted cauliflower. Toss gently until every piece is evenly coated and sticky.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, garnished generously with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Notes

This dish can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days and reheats well. For meal prep, roast the cauliflower in advance and keep the sauce separate.