Description
Baked Orange Cauliflower is a delightful and healthy twist on a classic dish that will leave your taste buds dancing. This vibrant recipe transforms ordinary cauliflower into crispy, flavor-packed bites coated in a tangy orange sauce. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or even as a main course, this baked cauliflower is sure to impress at any gathering or satisfy your cravings for a delicious snack. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, it’s accessible for cooks of all skill levels. Enjoy the bold flavors while embracing a healthier option without compromising on taste.
Ingredients
- Cauliflower florets
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Eggs
- Orange juice
- Granulated sugar
- Low-sodium soy sauce
- Garlic
- Ginger
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and water. Place panko breadcrumbs in a Ziploc bag.
- Dip cauliflower florets in the egg mixture, then shake in the breadcrumbs until fully coated.
- Arrange coated florets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While baking, combine orange juice, sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, sriracha, ketchup in a saucepan over low heat.
- Stir in cornstarch mixed with water until the sauce thickens.
- Drizzle the orange sauce over baked cauliflower before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish / Appetizer / Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg