General Tso’s Cauliflower Recipe
Tempura Fried Cauliflower, House Tso’s Sauce. Broccolini, Toasted Sesame
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Ingredients
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Tempura Cauliflower
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Cauliflower
Cut the cauliflower into bite-sized florets and set aside.
- 2
Make the Tempura Batter
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and gradually add ice water until a smooth batter forms.
- 3
Fry the Cauliflower
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Dip cauliflower florets into the batter, allowing excess to drip off, then carefully place them in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 4
Prepare the Tso’s Sauce
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, Sriracha, cornstarch, and water. Stir until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
- 5
Blanch the Broccolini
In a pot of boiling water, blanch the broccolini for 2-3 minutes until bright green. Drain and set aside.
- 6
Combine and Serve
In a large bowl, toss the fried cauliflower with the Tso’s sauce. Serve immediately garnished with broccolini and toasted sesame seeds.