Korean Baked Cauliflower Recipe
A delightful twist on a classic vegetable dish, this Korean Baked Cauliflower recipe features crispy roasted cauliflower coated in a flavorful gochujang sauce.
- Author: Mia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Cauliflower:
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
For Garnish:
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss Cauliflower: In a large bowl, toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast Cauliflower: Spread florets on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Heat Sauce: Heat the sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Coat Cauliflower: Once cauliflower is roasted, drizzle with the sauce and gently toss to coat. Optionally, bake an additional 5 minutes for extra caramelization.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot as a side dish, appetizer, or main with rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Korean Baked Cauliflower, Gochujang Cauliflower, Roasted Cauliflower Recipe