INGREDIENTS
Fried Cauliflower in Garlic and Ginger Sauce
Servings - 2 - 3
INGREDIENTS
Cornstarch - 2 teaspoons
Baking soda - 1 teaspoon
Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
Sesame oil - 2 teaspoons
Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
Water - 300 milliliters
All purpose flour - 170 grams, divided
Cauliflower - 450 grams
Sesame seeds - 2 tablespoons
Oil - for frying
Garlic and Ginger Sauce
Oil - 1 teaspoon
Ginger - 2 teaspoon
Garlic - 1/2 teaspoon
Chilli flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
Vinegar - 2 teaspoons
Granulated sugar - 2 tablespoons
Water - 200 milliliters
Cornstarch paste - 4 teaspoons
Green onions - 15 grams
Sesame seeds - for garnishing
PREPARATION
1. In a mixing bowl, add 2 teaspoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 300 milliliters water, 130 grams all purpose flour and mix well.
2. Add 450 grams cauliflower, 40 grams all purpose flour, 2 tablespoons sesame seeds and mix well to combine.
3. Carefully place the coated cauliflower into the hot oil. Deep fry until golden brown. Drain it on an absorbent paper.
Ginger and Garlic Sauce
1. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in pan, add 2 tablespoons ginger, 1/2 teaspoon garlic, 1//2 teaspoon chilli flakes, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 teaspoons vinegar, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and 200 milliliters water. Stir well.
2. When the mixture come to a boil, add 4 teaspoons cornstarch paste and mix well.
3. Add 15 grams green onions and stir to combine.
4. Plate the cauliflower and spoon the thick, hot sauce over top.
5. Garnish with sesame seeds.
6. Serve immediately.