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Honey Soy Cauliflower with Crispy Rice is equal parts sweet, savory, and satisfying. The cauliflower is roasted until golden and coated in a sticky honey-soy glaze, balancing sweetness with umami-rich depth. Then it’s topped with crispy and flavorful rice that adds a satisfying crunch.

It’s an easy weeknight meal that feels just a little bit fancy, perfect for those days when you want maximum flavor with minimal effort. Pair it with this amazing honey soy pork for the perfect dinner combination.
Helpful Tips
- Roast to perfection: Toss your cauliflower into the oven to roast it. It’s a quick and easy way to get cook veggies perfectly every time.
- Use day-old rice: Leftover rice is ideal for achieving that golden, crunchy texture that we are looking for.
- Watch it closely: You have to watch the rice carefully at the end, darker isn’t better, they burn fast.
- Thicken the sauce: Use a mixture of cornstarch and water to thicken the sauce. This slurry will thicken as the sauce boils.
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Honey Soy Cauliflower with Crispy Rice
Ingredients
- 1 cup (185 g) white rice cooked, day old preferably
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) chili oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) sesame oil
- 1 head cauliflower cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey
- 2 tablespoon2 (15 ml) hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) cornstarch + 1 teaspoon water
- 1 green onion sliced
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) black sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400° F(200°C) and prepare two sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Mix the rice with the chili oil, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Spread it on a baking sheet.
- In a bowl, mix the cauliflower florets with olive oil, salt and pepper. Spread it on another baking sheet. Bake the two together for 25 minutes, tossing once.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, mix the honey, garlic, soy sauce, Sriracha, and hoisin and bring to a simmer. Mix the cornstarch and water and add to the pot. Cook until thickened.
- Remove the rice and cauliflower from the oven. Put the cauliflower back into the original bowl and pour on the sauce. Toss to coat, then transfer it to a serving platter. Top with the crispy rice. Then garnish with green onions and black sesame seeds.
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Notes
- Toss your cauliflower into the oven to roast it. It’s a quick and easy way to get cook veggies perfectly every time.
- Leftover rice is ideal for achieving that golden, crunchy texture that we are looking for.
- You have to watch the rice carefully at the end, darker isn’t better, they burn fast.
- Use a mixture of cornstarch and water to thicken the sauce. This slurry will thicken as the sauce boils.
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Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.