General Tso’s Cauliflower Bowls: A Healthy Flavor Twist!
The Best General Tso’s Cauliflower Bowls: A Healthy Flavor Twist! featuring golden roasted cauliflower coated in sticky honey soy glaze with garlic and ginger. A healthier take on a classic takeout favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 head cauliflower, cut into florets
1 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ginger, minced
1 tablespoon sesame oil
Green onions, for garnish
Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a large bowl, toss cauliflower florets with cornstarch until evenly coated. Shake off any excess for better crispiness.
Spread florets in a single layer on the baking sheet. Drizzle with vegetable oil.
Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
While cauliflower bakes, combine soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Toss the hot baked cauliflower in the sauce until evenly coated.
Serve in bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For extra crispiness, bake on a wire rack placed over the baking sheet.
Add red pepper flakes or chili paste for heat.
Serve over jasmine rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days (best reheated in oven or air fryer).
