Description
Crispy Baked Orange Cauliflower offers a delicious and health-conscious twist on the beloved classic orange chicken. This vibrant dish is not only packed with flavor but also delivers a satisfying crunch thanks to panko breadcrumbs. Perfect as an appetizer, main course, or side dish, this baked cauliflower is sure to impress family and friends alike. The zesty orange sauce adds a refreshing brightness, making it an irresistible option for any meal occasion. Easy to prepare and versatile in serving suggestions, this plant-based delight allows you to enjoy all the flavors of traditional orange chicken without the guilt.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 head of cauliflower (cut into bite-sized florets)
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs (whisked)
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp orange juice
- 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
- 2 1/2 tbsp vinegar
- 1/8 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 tsp ginger (minced)
- 1 tsp sriracha
- 1 tsp ketchup
- 2 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Dip each cauliflower floret in whisked eggs, allowing excess to drip off.
- Coat the florets in panko breadcrumbs using a Ziploc bag for even coverage.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- While baking, combine sauce ingredients in a saucepan; simmer until thickened.
- Drizzle sauce over baked cauliflower before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American/Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 pieces (100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg