This orange cauliflower tastes just like traditional orange chicken! It is the healthy, easy to make and extremely flavorful version of a take out classic. It’s so good, that is sure to become a favorite. This recipe is vegetarian and plant-based friendly while also being wfpb, oil-free. Made completely with clean ingredients.
Who doesn’t love some good take out? Unfortunately with being plant-based, there’s often not a lot of options. That is where this amazing plant-based orange cauliflower comes in. It is super simple to make while also being far healthier than traditional orange chicken take-out.
This recipe is yet another incredible way to make cauliflower. Cauliflower makes a great, healthy meat alternative in so many dishes. I love using it anywhere from using it as taco meat to giving chili a meatier texture.
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In this recipe, it works wonderfully battered, baked and then covered in an incredibly flavorful orange glaze. Pair it with this no-fry fried rice recipe for a completely homemade, takeout meal that is easy and healthy. Additionally, it is completely plant-based. You could even add in a side of mushrooms and broccoli, which is a great plant-based version of beef and broccoli.
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Orange Cauliflower
This orange cauliflower tastes just like traditional orange chicken! It is the healthy, easy to make and extremely flavorful version of a take out classic that is sure to become a favorite. This recipe is vegetarian and plant-based friendly while also being wfpb, oil-free and made with nothing but clean ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 medium sized head of cauliflower
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 cup + 3 tbs almond milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Orange Glaze
- 3/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or any other liquid sweetener
- 2 tbs apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp coconut aminos
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- 2 pressed garlic cloves
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 tbs tapioca starch
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400° F. Cover a baking sheet in parchment paper.
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Wash, then chop cauliflower into bite sized pieces.
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In a medium sized mixing bowl, whisk together flour, almond milk, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
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Dip cauliflower into mixture, making sure to coat each piece evenly. Tap off the excess batter.
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Place the cauliflower pieces onto the baking sheet. Bake in the oven for about 20 minutes or until they are golden brown. Then remove from oven and let cool.
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While the cauliflower is baking, it is time to make your orange glaze.
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First, mix together orange juice, liquid sweetener, ACV, coconut aminos, ginger, pressed garlic cloves, and black pepper to a medium sized saucepan.
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Over medium heat, bring mixture to boil, making sure to continue to stir so the bottom doesn't burn.
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Slowly add in the tapioca starch, whisking as you add it to make sure you don't have any clumps. Continue to whisk mixture for about 2 minutes. Then remove from heat.
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Pour orange glaze over cauliflower and mix to coat evenly.
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Serve with a side no-fry fried rice.
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It’s not often I give a 5 star rating, but it’s well deserved here! These are really good. I’ve never made a breaded veggie before. It was easy and fun and it definitely adds a level of meatiness. I would cook these in an air fryer if I had one but they came out great in the oven too. The sauce is fantastic. Next time I make it I’m going to add some heat to it with some sriracha or some chili flakes. This recipe is comes together quickly. The whole thing took me under an hour. Overall I loved it. Great with your fried rice recipe too!
This was amazing. Thank you so much.( I added orange zest to the sauce.)