I'm not exaggerating when I say that this Baked General Tso's Cauliflower tastes exactly like the Chinese takeout we all know and love (but without the frying or meat!)
2Tbspcornstarch dissolved in 2 Tbsp (30 mL) cold water15 g
Instructions
Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C)*. Arrange workspace, placing flour, egg, and panko in separate bowls. Mix salt and pepper into panko. Cut cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
Dredge: Working in batches, coat the florets in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Set on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until crispy.
Sauce: Set a small saucepan over medium heat and add the sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Cook for 2 minutes, until fragrant, then add remaining sauce ingredients except the cornstarch mixture. Whisk to combine and bring to a simmer. While whisking, slowly pour in the cornstarch mixture. It should thicken quite quickly; if not, continue simmering until thick.
Assemble: Drizzle sauce over the baked cauliflower and gently toss to evenly coat. Serve cauliflower over warm rice or quinoa.
Notes
*To cook this recipe in your air fryer, add florets to your air fryer basket in a single layer and cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, or until crispy.