Easy Vietnamese Cauliflower

Elevate your dinner game with this Easy Vietnamese Cauliflower recipe, a vibrant and flavor-packed dish that brings the essence of Vietnamese cuisine to your table in just 30 minutes! Tender roasted cauliflower florets are coated in a savory-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, fish sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of brown sugar, enhanced by the warmth of garlic and red chili flakes. Finished with fresh cilantro, green onions, sesame seeds, and a zesty squeeze of lime, this dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect as a side dish or served over steamed rice for a quick, satisfying meal, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy, plant-forward twist on traditional Vietnamese flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Cauliflower
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 1 whole Lime
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with vegetable oil.

Step 2

Remove the leaves and core from the cauliflower and cut it into bite-sized florets.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, toss the cauliflower with 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Spread the florets in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Roast the cauliflower in the oven for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway, until the florets are golden brown and tender.

Step 5

While the cauliflower is roasting, prepare the sauce. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, fish sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic, and red chili flakes until the sugar dissolves.

Step 6

Thinly slice the green onions and roughly chop the cilantro. Set aside for garnish.

Step 7

Once the cauliflower is done roasting, transfer it to a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and pour in the sauce. Toss gently to coat the cauliflower in the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.

Step 8

Plate the cauliflower and garnish with green onions, cilantro, sesame seeds, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

Step 9

Serve immediately as a side dish or over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	820.3 grams (820.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	504

Total Fat 30.10g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.80g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4516mg	196%
Total Carbohydrate 55.30g	20%
Dietary Fiber 16.80g	60%
Total Sugars 23.40g
Protein 18.10g	36%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 233mg	18%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 2291mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.0%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 39.2%