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Overhead shot of Korean Cauliflower Wings with chopsticks and gochujang sauce
Anjali

Korean Cauliflower Wings

Korean Cauliflower Wings Recipe is a slightly spicy and mostly sweet Appetizer and snack with Cauliflower that is loaded with "Umami Flavors". Perfect appetizer for game day that is sure to please the crowd.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
no resting time required 0 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: korean
Calories: 142
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

For Cauliflower
  • 1 Head Cauliflower chopped into bite-sized "wings" (about 510grams)
  • 2 Tablespoon Avocado Oil you can also use sesame oil
For Sauce
  • ½ Cup Korean Gochujang Paste
  • 1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • 4 Tablespoons Coconut Aminos
  • 1 Tablespoon Honey
  • 1 Pinch Sea Salt
  • 1½ Tablespoon Chili Garlic Sauce can be replaced with Sriracha
  • 2 Tablespoon Water
For Garnish (OPTIONAL)
  • White Sesame Seeds
  • Freshly Chopped Cilantro
  • Sliced Red Onions

Equipment

  • Oven

Method
 

  1. PREHEAT OVEN: Preheat oven to 450F or 230C. Line one large baking sheet with parchment paper or you can also use a silicone baking sheet.
  2. COAT CAULIFLOWER WITH OIL: Place Cauliflower in one medium-sized mixing bowl and pour oil. Toss well to combine.
    ROAST CAULIFLOWER: Place cauliflower on the baking sheet. Roast for 10-minutes
    Korean cauliflower wings step 1
  3. MAKE SAUCE: In the same mixing bowl add Korean Gochujang Paste, Coconut Aminos, Honey (or maple syrup), Sesame Oil (or water), Chili Garlic Sauce, and Sea salt. Whisk well to combine.
    Taste the sauce and balance the flavors accordingly. If you want it sweet then add some Honey or Maple Syrup. If you want more salt, then add some salt.
    pouring sauce on korean cauliflower wings
  4. REMOVE CAULIFLOWER FROM OVEN: Once your cauliflower is roasted, remove it from the oven.
    Korean Cauliflower wings in Sauce
  5. INCREASE OVEN HEAT TO 500F: Increase the oven heat to 500F OR 260C. Coat each Cauliflower wing in Sauce. Tap off the excess and place them back on the baking sheet.
    BAKE AGAIN: Bake for 10-15 minutes until the sauce is sizzling and the cauliflower is crispy golden brown on the outside.
    korean cauliflower wings closeup with onions and cilantro

Video

Notes

This recipe is adapted from Minimalist Baker.
STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS:
  • Refrigerate: You can refrigerate the Cauliflower wings for up to 3 days in the fridge.
  • freeze: You can freeze the cauliflower after glazing for up to 1 month.
  • Reheat: To reheat just place it in a preheated oven at 350F for 5-10 minutes or until warmed through.