Couve-flor kung pao

Ingredientes

• 1/2 cup chickpea flour ((*see recipe notes))
• 4 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/2 cup plant-based milk
• 1/2 tbsp soy sauce ((*see recipe notes))
• 1 medium head of cauliflower (cut into bite-sized florets)
• 1/2 cup of water
• 3 tbsp soy sauce ((*see recipe notes))
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp maple syrup ((*see recipe notes))
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4-1/3 tsp cayenne pepper (OR 4-6 dried chilies (*see recipe notes))
• 2 tsp oil (or water)
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger (minced)
• 3/4 tsp peppercorns ((optional))
• 1 small/medium bell pepper (sliced into fine strips)
• 1 tsp sesame seeds
• fresh chives (chopped)
• peanuts ((optional))

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   This recipe has a video for easy visual instructions.

2. 2

   --- Batter: ---

3. 3

   Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large bowl whisk together cornstarch, chickpea flour, plant-based milk, and soy sauce. Let it sit for about 1 minute, then add the cauliflower florets.

4. 4

   Toss until all cauliflower florets are coated with batter. Transfer the cauliflower to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the oven for about 20 minutes

5. 5

   --- Skillet: ---

6. 6

   Heat oil (or water) in a skillet over low to medium heat, add garlic, ginger, peppercorns. Saute for 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

7. 7

   Next, add bell pepper and saute with a lid on for a further 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently. Add more water if necessary (I used 1 tbsp).

8. 8

   --- Sauce: ---

9. 9

   Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. In a medium/large bowl, combine water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, cornstarch, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Whisk.

10. 10

    Pour the sauce into the skillet. Bring to a boil and let simmer on low heat for 1 minute. Add the roasted cauliflower florets and toss to coat.

11. 11

    Transfer back to the baking sheet and bake for a further 10-15 minutes if you like the cauliflower to be crispy OR enjoy immediately.

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    Serve with rice or rice noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds, fresh chives and peanuts (optional). Enjoy!