Honey Garlic Cauliflower Poppers

Step 1

For the Cauliflower

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

Step 3

Wash the cauliflower florets and toss in a bowl with the olive oil

Step 4

Combine the gluten-free flour and lemon pepper seasoning in a shallow bowl

Step 5

Whisk together the eggs and water in a bowl

Step 6

Add the gluten-free breadcrumbs and nutritional yeast to another shallow bowl

Step 7

Coat the oiled cauliflower floret in the flour mixture, then dip in the eggs before dredging in the gluten-free breadcrumb mixture and placing on the prepared baking sheet

Step 8

Repeat this process with each piece of cauliflower

Step 9

Once all of the florets are coated and on the baking sheet, bake for 20-25 minutes

Step 10

Allow to cool for 10 minutes

Step 11

For the Sauce

Step 12

Combine the water, cornstarch and lemon pepper seasoning in a bowl

Step 13

Whisk together, then set to the side and grab a small saucepan

Step 14

Add the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lime juice, and garlic chili paste to the saucepan

Step 15

Whisk to combine, then bring to a boil

Step 16

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and add the cornstarch mixture

Step 17

To thicken the sauce, whisk vigorously over low heat until the sauce has reached its desired consistency

Step 18

Then, remove from heat and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes

Step 19

To Finish the Recipe

Step 20

Add the cooked cauliflower to a bowl and pour the sauce in, reserving two tablespoons

Step 21

Toss to combine, then add the cauliflower bites back to the baking sheet

Step 22

Broil on high for two minutes, then allow to cool for five minutes

Step 23

Brush the cauliflower with the remaining two tablespoons of sauce

Step 24

Garnish with chopped scallions, sesame seeds, and limes