Maple Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower Recipe
A flavorful and spicy Maple Sriracha Roasted Cauliflower dish featuring tender, caramelized florets coated in a sweet and tangy glaze made from maple syrup, sriracha, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Perfect as a healthy side or a vegetarian main course, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions for added texture and freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cauliflower
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
Maple Sriracha Glaze
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the cauliflower.
- Prepare Cauliflower: Wash the cauliflower thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets, ensuring even pieces for consistent cooking.
- Make the Maple Sriracha Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, maple syrup, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and ground ginger until well combined. Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Toss Cauliflower with Glaze: Place the cauliflower florets into a large bowl and pour the maple sriracha glaze over them. Toss thoroughly to coat each floret evenly with the glaze.
- Prepare for Roasting: Spread the glazed cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to ensure even roasting and easy cleanup.
- Roast: Roast the cauliflower in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until tender and slightly caramelized. Flip the florets halfway through cooking to promote even browning.
- Garnish and Serve: Once roasted, remove from the oven and, if desired, sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve immediately as a flavorful side dish or a vegetarian main dish.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sriracha according to your spice tolerance for a milder or hotter dish.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent sticking and for easier cleanup.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Ensure cauliflower florets are cut evenly for consistent roasting.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
Keywords: roasted cauliflower, maple sriracha glaze, spicy cauliflower, vegetarian side, healthy roasted vegetables
