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Sticky Sesame Cauliflower Wings

Sticky Sesame Cauliflower Wings

Delight in these Sticky Sesame Cauliflower Wings, a healthier alternative to traditional wings that everyone will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 449

Ingredients
  

Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose gluten-free flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup water plus more as needed
Cauliflower
  • 1 small head cauliflower cut into florets (scant 4 cups of florets)
Sauce
  • 2.5 teaspoons toasted sesame oil divided
  • 1/2 inch ginger minced or grated
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced or grated, to taste
  • 3.5 tablespoons agave nectar or less, to taste
  • 2.5 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon chili paste like sriracha
  • toasted sesame seeds for serving
  • chopped green onions for serving

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Sheets

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare two large baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, stir together the flour, garlic powder, and salt. Add 1 cup of water and stir. Continue adding water 1 tablespoon at a time until a pancake batter-esque consistency is reached.
  3. One by one, dip the cauliflower florets into the batter, gently shake off extra batter, and place them onto the baking sheet, leaving plenty of space between florets.
Baking
  1. Bake the battered cauliflower for 20 minutes, rotate the position of the trays, and then bake for another 5-10 minutes or until crispy and browned.
Sauce Preparation
  1. Meanwhile, heat two teaspoons of the sesame oil in a small saucepan. Add the garlic and ginger and sauté over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, for about 60-90 seconds.
  2. Add the rest of the sauce ingredients and stir well. Continue cooking on medium-low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce is bubbling and thickened slightly.
Combining and Finishing
  1. Once the cauliflower is done baking, gently mix it together with the sauce in a bowl or the saucepan. Spread it back out on the baking sheets and return it to the oven for 2-4 minutes to thicken the sauce onto the cauliflower.
  2. Remove from the oven and serve immediately, sprinkled with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 4wingsCalories: 449kcalCarbohydrates: 78gProtein: 16gFat: 9g

Notes

Feel free to customize by swapping agave nectar for honey or maple syrup and adjusting spice levels to taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes.

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