Name: General Tso Cauliflower
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 large head cauliflower, cut into large florets; 1 c. all-purpose flour; 1 c. milk; 1 c. panko bread crumbs; kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 tbsp. vegetable oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 tbsp. freshly grated ginger or 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 3/4 c. sweet chili sauce; 1/3 c. low-sodium soy sauce; Juice of 1 lime; Cooked rice, for serving; Sesame seeds, for garnish; Green onions, for garnish

Step 1Preheat oven to 400º. Dredge cauliflower in flour, milk, and bread crumbs and transfer to a baking sheet lined with a rack or a parchment paper. Season with 1 tablespoon salt, and pepper to taste.

Step 2Bake until deeply golden and crispy, 20 to 30 minutes.

Step 3Meanwhile, make sauce: In a small saucepan over low heat, heat oil. Add garlic and ginger and cook until fragrant and softened, 2 minutes, then add sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, and lime juice. Simmer 5 minutes until thickened.

Step 4Transfer cauliflower to a large bowl and add sauce. Toss gently until completely coated.

Step 5Serve over rice with sesame seeds and green onions.