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Crispy Honey Butter Cauliflower Bites

crispy honey butter cauliflower bites are inspired by my viral crispy honey butter chicken, but made completely vegetarian without compromising on crunch or flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Asian, asian fusion, Fusion
Servings 4
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Crispy Cauliflower

  • 1 medium head cauliflower cut into bite-sized florets
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • ¼ cup sparkling water
  • ¼ cup water
  • Oil for frying

For the Hot Honey Butter Sauce

  • 2 –3 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp butter for sautéing garlic
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp sriracha
  • 1 tsp vinegar
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp chilli flakes
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp butter additional
  • 1 tbsp honey adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch slurry 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with ¼ cup water

For Garnish & Serving

  • Sesame seeds
  • Chopped spring onions
  • Steamed rice

Instructions
 

  • Wash and thoroughly dry the cauliflower.
  • Cut into evenly sized, bite-sized florets for even cooking.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, paprika, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and white pepper.
  • Gradually whisk in sparkling water and regular water to form a thick, smooth batter that coats the cauliflower well.
  • Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
  • Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, letting excess drip off.
  • Fry in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4–5 minutes per batch.
  • Remove and drain on a wire rack or paper towel.
  • In a wide pan, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat.
  • Add chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Stir in soy sauce, sriracha, vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, chilli flakes, and garlic powder.
  • Add the remaining 1 tbsp butter and honey, stirring until melted and combined.
  • Pour in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  • Add the crispy fried cauliflower to the sauce.
  • Toss gently until each piece is evenly coated in the honey butter glaze.
  • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions.
  • Serve hot with steamed rice or enjoy on its own as a snack or starter.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal
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