Black Sesame Cauliflower

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BLACK SESAME SEED COATED CAULIFLOWER II

Introduction to Black Sesame Cauliflower

Whole roasted black sesame cauliflower is brined and glazed then roasted to create a delicious and dramatic vegan entrée. I started by brining the cauliflower and then finished with a stunning black sesame glaze. This easy recipe will satisfy your palette and your aesthetic.
I’ve always approached recipes with both taste and appearance in mind. I love the contrast between the black sesame paste and ivory cauliflower meat.
With this whole roasted cauliflower, I use bold Asian flavors, sesame paste, sesame oil, five spice, and the tangy notes from the brine. This roasted cauliflower is a showstopping vegan dish, serve it will soba noodle salad and a lovey Sauvignon blanc.

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What You Need…

  • Whole cauliflower: choose the size depending on how many people you want to feed.
  • Black sesame paste has a bold nutty flavor with just a hint of bitterness.
  • Five-spice powder has a distinct licorice-like flavor due to star anise, with sweet and warm flavors from the cinnamon and fennel. Cloves add a cooling sensation while the Szechuan peppercorns add a numbing and peppery note.
  • Sesame oil is used sparingly as a little goes a long way with its pungent full-bodied flavor.
  • Brine liquid consists of water, salt, rice wine vinegar, brown sugar, pickling spices and togarashi seasoning.
CAULIFLOWER IN BRINE LIQUID
Start by brining the cauliflower for 10 minutes.
CAULIFLOWER IN BRINE LIQUID II
Then five minutes on the other side.
COATED IN 5 SPICE OIL FOR BLACK SESAME CAULIFLOWER
Coat the cauliflower with 5-spice oil and roast for 15 minutes.
BLACK SESAME CAULIFLOWER COATED
Next, brush with sesame glaze.
BLACK SESAME CAULIFLOWER, SOBA NOODLE SALAD II
Black sesame roasted cauliflower with soba noodle salad.

Chefs Tips

To check if the cauliflower is cooked, insert a sharp knife gently into the middle of the cauliflower. If it’s tender, it’s cooked and ready for the next step.

SESAME CAULIFLOWER

Black Sesame Roasted Cauliflower

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cauliflower
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 193kcal
Author: Those Vegan Chefs
Whole roasted cauliflower brined and coated with black sesame paste creates a delicious and dramatic entrée
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Ingredients

Cauliflower Brine Liquid

Five Spice Oil

Black Sesame Seed Glaze

Instructions

How to make Cauliflower Brine Liquid

  • Combine the water, salt, brown sugar, vinegar, and Togarashi. Bring to a boil and reduce heat.
  • Place the pickling spice in cheesecloth, and tie it with the twine to make a bouquet garni. Place in the brine.
  • Trim and remove the bottom leaves.
  • Place in the brine upside down, and cook on low for 5 minutes.
  • Flip the carefully flip the cauliflower, cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Remove the cauliflower. Place on a baking sheet, lined with parchment paper and a cooling rack.

How to Make Five Spice Oil

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  • Combine the sesame oil and five spice.
  • Using a pastry brush coat the cauliflower evenly.
  • Place in the oven cooking for 15 minutes.

How to make Black Sesame Seed Glaze

  • Stir the rice wine vinegar into the black sesame paste, and slowly incorporate the remaining ingredients.
  • The pasta needs to be fairly thick. If it is not add another teaspoon of black sesame paste.
  • Apply a thick coating on the cauliflower.
  • Cook in the oven at 425 for 15 minutes.

Notes

Nutritional values are an estimate.

Nutrition

Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 5879mg | Potassium: 534mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 71mg | Calcium: 132mg | Iron: 2mg

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