Sticky Teriyaki + Maple Whole Roasted Cauliflower

This Sticky Teriyaki + Maple Whole Roasted Cauliflower is the perfect meat replacer. Like no other Thanksgiving dinner centerpiece, the is roasted cauliflower comes completely vegan, gluten-free, and deliciously well seasoned. A healthy and easy way to indulge in a flavorful dish without missing the feeling of traditional dishes during the holidays.

Sticky Teriyaki + Maple Whole Roasted Cauliflower. Now that I've had experience with creating more and more vegan dishes, making this Roasted Cauliflower recipe over again was a no-brainer.

With the Holidays looking a bit different this year for many of us, I wanted to help create the idea of never missing out, especially when there's no meat involved. The Holidays can still feel traditional even when you aren't necessarily cooking traditionally.

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Eating a vegan diet has proven to be the best choice I've made (diet wise) in a really long time. I remember thinking to myself, "How in the heck am I going to really stick to this when I couldn't even stick to eating vegetarian?".

But I must say, that this has been such an eye opening experience. The first thing that it has taught me is that you aren't truly able to do anything until it's the right time. Timing is definitely EVERYTHING!

I've realized that because I am at a period in my life where I know that I am absolutely ready to go at this new diet (all the way), it's less of a struggle mentally.

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BUT I was wrong. Being on my vegan diet has allowed me to eat most of the same things (if not more!), however, it's just using different ingredients.

Trust me, it's so GOOD and your body feels good! So, I say this to say, that nothing is as impossible as it may seem at first, not even in a new diet.

You'll go through periods of second guessing, fear, and maybe even the temptation of reverting back to your "familiar" but it'll get better.

And by better, I mean a lot BETTER. In time, this new thing will be an old thing and will become your norm. So, if you're trying a new diet, perhaps exercising towards a certain weight goal, or just doing anything else, remember to keep at it. You've got this!

WHAT YOU’LL LOVE MOST ABOUT THIS RECIPE?

Super easy to make.

Totally meatless without missing anything!

Super versatile.

Whipped together in under 1 hour—perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or brunch (if that's your thing)!

Entirely Vegan + Gluten-Free.

Sweetness or Spiciness is adjustable based on tastebud preferences.

Did I mention that—THIS DISH IS AMAZING?!

Is It Hard To Roast a Whole Cauliflower?

Absolutely not! Roasting a whole cauliflower is actually pretty easy. In just a few short steps, you'll have the best tender, crunchy on the outside, well seasoned cauliflower ever! You just need to do the following:

Thoroughly rinse your cauliflower.

Pat dry.

Season and brush with oil.

Roast with foil.

Remove foil and brush with glaze.

Roast again.

And wallah!

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Sticky Teriyaki + Maple Whole Roasted Cauliflower

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This Sticky Teriyaki + Maple Whole Roasted Cauliflower is the perfect meat replacer. Like no other Thanksgiving dinner centerpiece, the is roasted cauliflower comes completely vegan, gluten-free, and deliciously well seasoned. A healthy and easy way to indulge in a flavorful dish without missing the feeling of traditional dishes during the holidays.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 45 mins

Total Time: 55 mins

Serves: 3 servomgs

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Ingredients

• 1 (2 lb.) head of organic cauliflower (See Notes!)
• 2 Tbsps avocado or grapeseed oil (See Notes!)
• 2 tsps harissa paste
• 1 teaspoon red curry paste (I use Thai Kitchen)
• 1 teaspoon sea salt + black pepper
• 2 tsps smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon powered garlic
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Homemade Teriyaki Maple Glaze:

• ¾ cup GF teriyaki sauce
• 2 Tbsps pure maple syrup (See Notes!)
• 1 teaspoon minced ginger (See Notes!)
• ¼ cup organic brown sugar (I use Sugar in the Raw)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon arrowroot starch + 3 Tbsps WARM water (See Notes!)

Garnish:

• 1-2 Tbsps sesame seeds
• Your fave DF dipping sauce

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Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking pan with parchment paper and make a medium-size well with foil. **NOTE: This helps to keep the cauliflower in place and avoid skidding as you glaze, etc..**
• Lightly brush cauliflower with oil and rub on seasonings using your hands; this helps to coat the cauliflower well. Next, add the harissa paste and red curry paste and rub on as well, until well coated.
• Place cauliflower onto prepared baking pan and cover entirely with foil, baking it for 15-20 minutes.
• Make the teriyaki maple glaze in the meantime.

To Make Teriyaki Maple Glaze:

• Add all ingredients to a small bowl and whisk until full combined and slightly thickened.
• Now, remove the foil from over the cauliflower and brush on the teriyaki maple glaze mixture until entire cauliflower is coated. Return the cauliflower back into the oven (uncovered) for another 10-15 minutes or until glaze thickens and begins to look sticky.
• Once the tops of cauliflower have browned slightly and it has become tender, remove the cauliflower from the oven and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
• Let cool slightly before adding to a serving platter.
• Slice and serve with your favorite sides or dipping sauce.
• Bon Appetit!

Tips & Tricks

STORAGE: Cauliflower is best when served immediately and consumed. However, leftovers (chopped into pieces) can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in oven on a baking sheet when ready to serve.

CAULIFLOWER: You can choose to roasted your cauliflower as a whole or in bite-sized pieces similar to cauliflower bites. 

OIL: You can feel free to substitute avocado or grapeseed oil with Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

SWEETENER: Instead of maple syrup, you can substitute with Agave as well.

GINGER: If you don't have actual ginger root, you can feel free to substitute with ground ginger; just use 1 tsp.

STARCH: If you don't have arrowroot starch (which is a great GF starch), you can substitute with regular starch, tapioca flour, or regular all-purpose flour.

Nutrition

Calories: 233kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 3588mg | Potassium: 373mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 968IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 3mg

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