The Sentinel-Record

Sweet and Spicy Korean-Chinese Fusion Cauliflowe­r Bites

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Prep time :10 minutes

Cook time :20 minutes

Servings: 4, about 1 1/2 cups per portion

•6 cups fresh cauliflowe­r florets

•2 tablespoon­s toasted sesame oil

•1 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1/4 cup Holland House Sherry Cooking Wine

• 1/4 cup honey

•2 tablespoon­s soy sauce

•1tablespoo­n white vinegar

•2 teaspoons corn starch

•2 tablespoon­s vegetable oil

•1 small fresh yellow onion, fine ly chopped

•1 table spoon minced fresh garlic

•1 table spoon Korean-style chili flakes

•1/4 cup chopped fresh green onions

•1 table spoon toasted sesame seeds Heat oven to 400˚ F.

In large bowl, toss cauliflowe­r, sesame oil and salt until well coated. Arrange on nonstick baking sheet. Bake 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and tender.

In small bowl, whisk cooking wine, honey, soy sauce, vinegar and cornstarch until well blended; set aside.

In large, nonstick skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add yellow onions and garlic; cook 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove from heat. Stir in chili flakes and wine mixture.

Return pan to stove and adjust to medium heat. Bring to simmer, stirring constantly. Continue cooking and stirring 1-2 minutes, or until thickened. Add cooked cauliflowe­r; stir gently to coat. Transfer cauliflowe­r to serving dish. Top with green onions and sesame seeds.

Tips: The sauce mixture can also be used on chicken wings or grilled pork chops. In place of Korean-style chili flakes, use 1 teaspoon regular crushed red pepper flakes or 1 tablespoon

Aleppo pepper.

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