Five-Spice Cauliflower

Five-Spice Cauliflower is a deliciously spiced vegetarian dish that showcases the unique flavors of Chinese five-spice powder, perfectly complementing the tender cauliflower. This BBQ-style dish is both aromatic and satisfying, making it a great addition to any meal.

Five-Spice Cauliflower
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
190 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cauliflower - 1 medium head (about 500g)
  • Soy sauce - 30ml
  • Sesame oil - 15ml
  • Brown sugar - 10g
  • Five-spice powder - 5g
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
  • Cornstarch - 15g
  • Vegetable oil - 30ml
  • Green onions - 2, chopped
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

  1. Preheat your grill or BBQ to medium-high heat.
  2. Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, five-spice powder, minced garlic, and ginger to make a marinade.
  4. Add the cauliflower florets to the marinade and toss well to coat evenly. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle cornstarch over the marinated cauliflower and toss again until well coated.
  6. In a large skillet or on the grill, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  7. Add the cauliflower florets in a single layer and cook for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and tender.
  8. Transfer the cooked cauliflower to a serving dish, and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 190
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Carbs: 23 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 10 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • High in antioxidants, supporting overall health.
  • Rich in dietary fiber, aiding in digestion.

Tags

ChineseVegetarianBBQ