Black Pepper Cauliflower

🔥 Instructions

  1. Prep the cauliflower: Toss florets with soy sauce, ketchup, oil, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Coat with cornstarch until evenly covered.
  2. Bake: Spread on a parchment-lined sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 24–28 minutes until golden and crisp.
  3. Make the sauce: Sauté garlic, ginger, and chilies in oil. Add onion and celery, cook until translucent. Stir in soy sauce, maple syrup, and peppers.
  4. Thicken: Add cornstarch slurry and simmer until glossy and thick.
  5. Combine: Toss baked cauliflower in the sauce until fully coated. Garnish and serve hot over rice or quinoa.

This recipe from is nut-free, gluten-free, and packed with umami. Want to add tofu or serve it in lettuce wraps? I’ve got ideas for that too!

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