This Sticky Pineapple Cauliflower recipe offers a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors. The tender cauliflower florets are coated in a sticky pineapple glaze, creating a dish that's bursting with tropical goodness. It's a perfect vegan alternative to classic sticky pineapple chicken.
Ingredients: 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets. 1 cup pineapple chunks. 1/4 cup soy sauce. 2 tablespoons maple syrup. 2 tablespoons rice vinegar. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 1 tablespoon grated ginger. 1 tablespoon cornstarch. 2 tablespoons water. Sesame seeds, for garnish. Chopped green onions, for garnish.
Instructions: Get the oven ready by heating it up to 400F 200C. The sauce is made by mixing soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a bowl with a whisk. Mix the cauliflower florets with half of the sauce until they are well covered. Place on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. Cauliflower should be baked in a hot oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until it is soft and slightly browned. Put the pineapple chunks and the rest of the sauce in a saucepan. Cook the pineapple over medium heat until it's warm all the way through. Make a slurry with water and cornstarch in a small bowl. Mix it in with the pineapple sauce and cook, stirring all the time, until the sauce gets thick. Pour the sticky pineapple sauce over the cauliflower florets when they are done. Before serving, top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
