Vegan Kung Pao Cauliflower Stir Fry Over Rice

Ingredients

  • 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 1 small green bell pepper, cubed
  • 1/2 small red onion, cubed
  • 2 cloves garlic, sliced
  • 1/4 cup dry roasted cashews
  • 4 dried Thai chilis (or red chilis)
  • oil, for frying and cooking

Batter

  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • a few shakes of white pepper
  • 1 cup cold water

Sauce

  • 1/2 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1/2 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine or sherry

Preparation

  1. Mix 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, a few shakes of white pepper, and 1 cup cold water until well combined to form a thick batter

  2. Dip cauliflower florets in the batter, shake off excess, and fry in oil until golden brown; drain on paper towels

  3. For the baked version, grease a baking sheet, place the battered cauliflower florets on it, and bake at 485°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway and brushing with oil if needed; broil for the last few minutes for crispiness

  4. Mix 1/2 tablespoon dark soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon sugar, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon Chinese cooking wine or sherry; set aside

  5. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a nonstick pan and sauté onion, garlic, bell pepper, and dried chilis until fragrant

  6. Add the sauce and cook for 10-15 seconds

  7. Add the cooked cauliflower florets and cashews, and coat well with the sauce

Tips

  1. Serve over steamed rice

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