Name: Baked Orange Cauliflower "Chicken"
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower (about 2 lbs), cut into florets; 1½ cups all-purpose flour; ½ tablespoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1¼ cups all-purpose flour; 1¼ cups water; 2 tablespoons oil; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 2 oranges (juiced and zested); ¼ cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1½ tablespoons white vinegar; 1 clove garlic, minced; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ½ tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water

Description

Baked Orange Cauliflower “Chicken” is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional orange chicken, perfect for satisfying your cravings without the guilt. This plant-based dish features tender cauliflower florets coated in a crispy batter, then glazed with a sweet and tangy orange sauce that offers the same bold flavors you love. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer, side dish, or main course, this vibrant recipe appeals to both vegans and non-vegans alike. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll have an impressive dish ready to serve at any gathering or weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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1 head cauliflower (about 2 lbs), cut into florets
1½ cups all-purpose flour
½ tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1¼ cups all-purpose flour
1¼ cups water
2 tablespoons oil
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 oranges (juiced and zested)
¼ cup ketchup
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1½ tablespoons white vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ tablespoon cornstarch, mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In one bowl, mix seasoned flour: 1½ cups flour, garlic powder, and salt.
In another bowl, whisk together batter ingredients: 1¼ cups flour, water, oil, salt, garlic powder, and cornstarch until smooth.
Dredge cauliflower florets in the wet batter followed by the seasoned flour.
Arrange on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
For the sauce, combine orange juice and zest, ketchup, sugar, and vinegar in a saucepan; simmer until thickened.
Toss baked cauliflower in the sauce and serve warm.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 500mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 7g
Cholesterol: 0mg