Jalapeño Sesame Cauliflower Bites
Ingredients
- 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 3 cloves garlic, sliced
- 1 tablespoon chopped jalapeño slices
- chopped scallions
- oil for frying
- salt to taste
- your favorite grain
- toasted sesame seeds
Batter
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- a dash of pepper
- 3/4 cup cold water
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- a few shakes of white pepper
Preparation
Whisk together the batter ingredients until no lumps appear.
Mix the sauce ingredients in a bowl until all incorporated.
Prepare a deep shallow pan with oil for frying.
Dip the cauliflower florets in batter and shake off excess, then gently set into hot oil and fry until golden brown in color.
Remove fried cauliflower and drain on paper towels.
In a heated non-stick pan, add 2 teaspoons oil and sauté garlic until fragrant.
Slowly add the sauce mixture and simmer on low heat until thickened, seasoning to preference.
Add the fried cauliflower florets, jalapeño, scallions and toss until well combined.
Garnish with sesame seeds and serve warm with your favorite grain.
