Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsChestnutSweet & Sour Cauliflower Recipe

Sweet & Sour Cauliflower Recipe

Inspired by Chestnut
Time30m
Serves4

Flash Fried Bites, Charred Scallion Cream Cheese, Peanut Furikake, Micro Cilantro (GF,V)

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cauliflower

    Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and set aside.

  2. 2

    Coat the Cauliflower

    In a bowl, toss the cauliflower florets with cornstarch until evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  4. 4

    Fry the Cauliflower

    Carefully add the coated cauliflower florets to the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Make Charred Scallion Cream Cheese

    In a pan over medium heat, sauté chopped scallions until charred and tender. In a bowl, mix charred scallions with cream cheese until smooth.

  6. 6

    Assemble the Dish

    On a serving plate, spread a layer of charred scallion cream cheese. Top with the flash-fried cauliflower, drizzle with sweet and sour sauce, and sprinkle with peanut furikake and micro cilantro.

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