25 minDifficulty NormalMeat & mainsMain ingredients 🥩cauliflowerchickpea flourrice flourorangeJin-ganjang (Korean all-purpose soy sauce)sambal saucevegetarian oyster saucerice vinegarstarch powderminced garlicminced gingerTags 🏷️vegan cookingsweet and tangyspecialty dish
Detailed recipeQuick recipeIngredients needed 🛒3 servings1 head cauliflower1 tsp Jin-ganjang (Korean all-purpose soy sauce) (for seasoning)a pinch of black pepper1/2 cup chickpea flour1/3 cup rice flour3/4 cup cold watera pinch of salt2 cloves minced garlic1 tsp minced gingerjuice of 1 fresh orange2 tsp Jin-ganjang (Korean all-purpose soy sauce)1 tbsp sambal chili sauce1 tbsp raw sugar (or agave syrup)2 tsp vegetarian oyster sauce1 tbsp rice vinegar1 tsp cornstarcha pinch of whole sesame seedsRecipe 🍳Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized pieces and season with 1 tsp Jin-ganjang and black pepper.Combine chickpea flour, rice flour, salt, black pepper, and cold water to make a crispy batter.In a bowl, mix orange juice, Jin-ganjang, sambal sauce, raw sugar, vegetarian oyster sauce, rice vinegar, and starch powder to prepare the sauce.Coat the cauliflower in the batter and fry in oil at 175°C for 5–6 minutes until golden brown.Heat oil in a pan, stir-fry minced garlic and ginger, then pour in the prepared sauce and simmer until thickened.Add the fried cauliflower to the pan and toss well to coat evenly with the sauce, then sprinkle with whole sesame seeds to finish.Trim and season the cauliflower, then make the batter and orange sauce.Coat the cauliflower in batter and fry until golden brown.Stir-fry garlic and ginger in a pan, simmer the sauce, then add the fried cauliflower and toss quickly.Cooking tips 💡Using rice flour and cold water yields a much crispier texture without wheat flour.Thicken the sauce over high heat just before adding the fried cauliflower to prevent the batter from becoming soggy.Recommended for 🙋⭐Those who want to experience delicious vegetarian and vegan Chinese cuisine.⭐Those who want to enjoy cauliflower in a crispy and unique way.