Black Sesame Cauliflower

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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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.

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

• 1 cauliflower
• 8-10 quarts water
• 3 Tbsp salt kosher
• 1 Tbsp pickling spices
• ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
• 2 Tbsp brown sugar
• Togarashi

Five Spice Oil

• 2 Tbsp sesame oil
• 1 Tbsp five spice powder

Black Sesame Seed Glaze

• 2-3 Tbsp black sesame paste
• 1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar
• 1 Tbsp black vinegar
• 2 Tbsp black bean soy sauce
• 1 tsp olive oil extra virgin

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