Enjoy this simple and delicious Baked Cauliflower Recipe that brings out the best in cauliflower! This Roast Cauliflower is perfectly tender with a golden, crispy edge, making it a go-to for healthy side dishes.
For those who love a bit of heat with their vegetables, this whole roasted cauliflower with a spicy sriracha honey glaze offers the perfect blend of sweet and spicy and the best baked cauliflower recipe.
The glaze caramelizes beautifully in the oven, giving the cauliflower a deliciously bold kick of flavor.
Servings and Yield
Servings: 4
Yield: One whole roasted cauliflower head
Preparation and Cooking Time
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Roasted Cauliflower with Spicy Sriracha Honey Glaze Ingredients
- 1 whole cauliflower head
- 3 tbsp salted butter, room temperature
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp sriracha
How to Make Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Spicy Sriracha Honey Glaze
- Preheat the oven.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). - Prepare the cauliflower.
Remove the outer leaves and trim the stem. Rinse and pat dry. - Season the cauliflower.
Mix butter with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Rub this mixture over the entire cauliflower head. - Roast the cauliflower.
Place the cauliflower on a lined baking sheet. Loosely cover it with foil and roast for 40 minutes. - Prepare the sriracha honey glaze.
Mix 2 tbsp honey with 2 tsp sriracha in a small bowl. - Broil with glaze.
Remove the foil, brush the sriracha honey glaze over the cauliflower, and broil for the last 10 minutes until golden and caramelized.
Tips and Notes
- Adjust the heat: If you prefer more heat, increase the sriracha to 1 tbsp. For a milder version, reduce it or mix in a little extra honey.
- Vegan option: Replace butter with olive oil and use agave syrup in place of honey for a vegan version.
- Serving suggestions: Serve alongside grilled chicken or tofu for a balanced meal.
Why This Roasted Cauliflower with Spicy Sriracha Honey Glaze is Perfect
This spicy sriracha honey glaze adds just the right amount of heat and sweetness to the tender cauliflower.
The caramelized exterior makes it both crispy and flavorful. It’s an exciting, bold option for anyone looking to spice up their vegetable game.
Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Spicy Sriracha Honey Glaze
Whole Roasted Cauliflower with Spicy Sriracha Honey Glaze – This flavorful roast cauliflower recipe combines sweet and spicy sriracha honey glaze with perfectly baked cauliflower. Caramelized to golden-brown perfection and garnished with fresh herbs, it’s an irresistible addition to any meal!
Ingredients
- 1 whole cauliflower head
- 3 tbsp salted butter, room temperature
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tsp sriracha
Instructions
- Preheat the oven.Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the cauliflower.Remove the outer leaves and trim the stem. Rinse and pat dry.
- Season the cauliflower.Mix butter with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Rub this mixture over the entire cauliflower head.
- Roast the cauliflower.Place the cauliflower on a lined baking sheet. Loosely cover it with foil and roast for 40 minutes.
- Prepare the sriracha honey glaze.Mix 2 tbsp honey with 2 tsp sriracha in a small bowl.
- Broil with glaze.Remove the foil, brush the sriracha honey glaze over the cauliflower, and broil for the last 10 minutes until golden and caramelized.
Notes
- Adjust the heat: If you prefer more heat, increase the sriracha to 1 tbsp. For a milder version, reduce it or mix in a little extra honey.
- Vegan option: Replace butter with olive oil and use agave syrup in place of honey for a vegan version.
- Serving suggestions: Serve alongside grilled chicken or tofu for a balanced meal.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 148Total Fat 9gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 3gCholesterol 23mgSodium 741mgCarbohydrates 16gFiber 4gSugar 12gProtein 3g