Black Pepper Cauliflower
A simple, spicy, and sweet oven-roasted dish that is quick to make and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 head head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
For the Sweet and Spicy Pepper Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread them on a baking sheet and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden and tender.
Sauce Preparation
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, and sriracha.
- Heat over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the sauce and stir until it thickens.
- Remove from heat.
Final Assembly
- Once the cauliflower is done, toss it with the sweet and spicy pepper sauce.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Cut florets similar size so they roast evenly. Use hot oven and a single baking layer for good browning. Adjust sriracha to control spice level. If sauce is too thick, thin with a little water; if too thin, simmer longer.