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Kung Pao Cauliflower

This saucy Kung Pao Cauliflower tastes just like the traditional version.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course, plant based, vegan
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Keyword: cauliflower kung pao, plant based kung pao, vegan kung pao
Servings: 4
Calories:

Ingredients

  • 1 cauliflower head cut into florets
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • ¼ cup coconut milk
  • ½ cup peanuts
  • 6 green onions chopped

Sauce

  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • cup low-sodium or regular soy sauce
  • ¼ cup vegetable stock (low salt) or water
  • 1 tbsp agave
  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 4-5 Thai peppers optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°F / 220°C.
  • In a large bowl, place the cauliflower florets, cornstarch and coconut milk then mix well.
  • Place the cauliflower mix onto a baking sheet. Bake for 20 minutes.
  • Heat a non-stick pan or wok to medium. Put all the sauce ingredients and whisk. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
  • Put the baked cauliflower in the pan or wok and toss until evenly coated.

Serve with white or brown rice.